Primary Supply Teacher

Protocol Education; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking a Primary Supply Teacher for flexible daily roles in Colchester and surrounding areas. This role offers freedom in scheduling, allowing teachers to choose their working days while delivering engaging lessons to primary pupils across various schools. Enjoy the opportunity to make a difference without the pressures of full-time teaching.

Benefits

FREE access to online CPD Academy

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunity to work in diverse school settings

Flexibility in work schedule

Safeguarding and Prevent Duty training

Qualifications

• Qualified Primary Teachers (QTS or equivalent) required.
• Strong classroom management and a confident approach needed.
• Experience in varied teaching environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaching primary pupils in schools across the Colchester area.
• Creating engaging lessons and positive classroom experiences.
• Adapting to different schools and building rapport quickly.

Skills

Adaptability

Classroom Management

Communication

Passion for Education

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

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Primary Supply Teacher – Flexible Days, Local Schools
Colchester and surrounding areas
£130 – £250 per day | Paid weekly through PAYE

Looking to teach without the full-time pressure? This is supply teaching done right.

We’re working with a wide range of primary schools across Colchester and nearby areas, offering flexible daily roles that give you control over your schedule—whether you want one day or five, the choice is yours.

You’ll experience a variety of classrooms, meet brilliant pupils, and still have time for everything else in life. Sound like your kind of teaching week.

Here’s what makes this role work for you:

• Total flexibility - choose your days and locations
• No last-minute surprises (unless you like them)
• A chance to teach across different settings without the planning pressure
• Friendly, local consultants who match you with the right schools
• Quick, simple bookings with ongoing support

What you’ll be doing:

• Teaching primary pupils in schools across the Colchester area
• Creating engaging lessons and positive classroom experiences
• Adapting to different schools and building rapport quickly
• Covering classes for short-term or longer periods, depending on your preferences
• Qualified Primary Teachers (QTS or equivalent)
• A confident, adaptable approach and strong classroom management
• Someone who enjoys variety and thrives in new environments
• A genuine passion for education and making a difference

Why choose Protocol Education?

• A dedicated consultant who gets to know your needs
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• Work in mainstream, SEND, or specialist settings
• Fast-track registration and flexible opportunities close to home
• A team who really gets it - no scripts, no pushiness, just support

Let’s get started
Apply now or send your CV and we’ll be in touch to chat about what you’re looking for. Whether it’s occasional supply or something more regular, we’ll help you build a teaching week that works for you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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