Primary Supply Teacher

Empowering Learning

East Midlands

On-site

GBP 24,000 - 36,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Empowering Learning is seeking qualified Primary Supply Teachers to cover Derby area schools with flexibility across day-to-day, part-time and longer-term placements.

QTS is essential and you should have experience teaching in a primary setting, with strong classroom management and a passion for supporting children's learning and safeguarding.

Qualifications

Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) to be considered.
Experience teaching in a primary school setting.
Strong understanding of the primary curriculum.
Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
Confident teaching across different primary year groups.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Reliable, punctual and professional.
Adaptable and able to settle quickly into different schools.
Passionate about teaching and safeguarding.
Willing to undergo safeguarding and background checks.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality lessons across primary school settings.
Teach across year groups and follow lesson plans or deliver own lessons.
Maintain a positive learning environment and manage behaviour.
Follow school policies and adapt teaching to pupils' needs.
Support safeguarding and reporting concerns.

Skills

QTS

Primary teaching experience

Curriculum knowledge

Classroom management

Safeguarding awareness

Reliability & professionalism

Job description

Primary Supply Teacher - Derby

Location: Derby
Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time & Day-to-Day Supply
Setting: Primary Schools

Are you a qualified teacher looking for flexible work in Derby?

We are currently recruiting Primary Supply Teachers to work across a range of primary schools in Derby.

This is an excellent opportunity for qualified teachers who are looking for flexible day-to-day supply work, part-time opportunities or longer-term placements within primary school settings.

We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable and experienced teachers who can confidently step into different classrooms, deliver engaging lessons and create a positive learning environment for pupils.

QTS IS ESSENTIAL FOR THIS ROLE

To be considered for this position, candidates MUST hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and have previous experience teaching in a primary school setting.

The Role

As a Primary Supply Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and learning across a range of primary school settings in Derby.

Depending on the school and assignment, you may be required to teach across different year groups and follow existing lesson plans or deliver your own engaging lessons.

Your responsibilities will include:

Delivering engaging and effective lessons in line with the school's curriculum and lesson plans.
Teaching pupils across the primary age range.
Taking responsibility for the class and maintaining a positive learning environment.
Managing classroom behaviour effectively and consistently.
Following school policies and procedures.
Adapting teaching approaches to meet the needs of individual pupils.
Supporting pupils with their learning, development and wellbeing.
Establishing positive relationships with pupils and encouraging a love of learning.
Assessing pupils' understanding and providing appropriate feedback where required.
Maintaining high expectations for behaviour, achievement and participation.
Working collaboratively with teaching assistants and other school staff.
Ensuring pupils remain safe and appropriately supervised throughout the school day.
Supporting safeguarding procedures and reporting concerns appropriately.
Completing any relevant classroom or administrative duties required by the school.
Leaving clear and appropriate handover information for the class teacher where required.

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this role, you MUST:

Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Have previous experience teaching within a primary school setting.
Have a strong understanding of the primary curriculum.
Have excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
Be confident teaching pupils across different primary year groups.
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Be reliable, punctual and professional.
Be adaptable and able to quickly settle into different school environments.
Have a genuine passion for teaching and supporting children's learning.
Have a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
Be willing to undergo the necessary safeguarding and background checks.

Please note: QTS is essential for this role. Candidates without QTS will not be considered. Previous experience teaching within a primary school setting is also essential.

DBS Requirement

Due to the nature of working with children, all successful candidates will be required to complete the appropriate safeguarding and background checks.

Candidates who already hold a DBS on the Update Service are welcome to apply.

If you do not currently hold a suitable DBS, you must be willing to pay for and complete a new DBS check as part of the recruitment process.

Flexible Supply Opportunities in Derby

We offer a range of supply opportunities to suit different preferences and availability.

Day‑to‑Day Supply

Ideal for teachers who want maximum flexibility and the ability to choose when they work.

Day‑to‑day supply can be particularly suitable for teachers who want to work around other commitments, are returning to teaching or simply prefer the variety of working in different schools.

Part‑Time

For teachers looking for regular work on specific days each week or a reduced timetable.

Full‑Time

For teachers looking for consistent full‑time work within a primary school, including longer‑term assignments where available.

Long‑Term Placements

Where available, we can also offer longer‑term supply placements for teachers looking for greater consistency within one school.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for teachers who are:

Qualified - You hold current QTS and meet the requirements to teach within a primary setting.

Experienced - You have previous teaching experience within a primary school.

Confident - You are comfortable taking responsibility for a classroom and delivering high‑quality lessons.

Adaptable - You can quickly adjust to different schools, year groups, pupils and teaching environments.

Reliable - You are punctual, dependable and committed to the assignments you accept.

Professional - You communicate effectively with pupils, colleagues and school leadership teams.

Passionate - You are committed to helping children achieve their full potential.

Safeguarding‑aware - You understand your responsibilities regarding safeguarding and child protection.

Why Work as a Supply Teacher?

Supply teaching provides teachers with the flexibility to choose the type of work that best suits their circumstances.

You will have the opportunity to:

Work across a variety of primary schools in Derby.
Gain experience across different year groups and school environments.
Choose between day‑to‑day, part-time and longer‑term opportunities.
Maintain greater flexibility over your working schedule.
Build professional relationships with schools.
Develop your teaching experience.
Make a positive impact on pupils' learning and development.
Work without the long‑term commitment of a permanent position when flexibility is your priority.

Ideal for Teachers Who Are: