Primary Supply Teacher

Strategy Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategy Education in London is seeking a Primary Supply Teacher to work across a range of welcoming primary schools in Wandsworth. This role offers flexible day-to-day supply work, with short-term and longer-term assignments available.

You will deliver high-quality teaching and manage classrooms in the absence of the regular teacher, with pre-planned lessons or your own planning depending on the assignment. A UK-based qualification and strong communication are expected.

Qualifications

• Recent experience teaching in a UK primary school.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Good understanding of the Primary curriculum.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Flexible, reliable and professional approach.
• Passionate about working with children and supporting their learning.

Responsibilities

• Teaching across EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2, depending on experience
• Delivering engaging and well-structured lessons
• Following lesson plans and school schemes of work
• Maintaining a positive and well-managed classroom
• Supporting pupils with their learning and development
• Working effectively with support staff and the wider school team

Skills

Classroom management

Primary curriculum knowledge

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

UK Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Job Title: Primary Supply Teacher

Location: Wandsworth, South West London

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Day-to-day / Short-term / Long-term

Pay: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience and assignment

Are you a Primary Teacher looking for flexible work from September? Strategy Education is currently recruiting Primary Supply Teachers to work across a range of welcoming primary schools in Wandsworth.

This is a great opportunity for teachers looking for flexible day-to-day supply work, as well as those interested in short-term or longer-term assignments.

The Role

As a Primary Supply Teacher, you will provide high-quality teaching and classroom management in the absence of the usual class teacher. You may be required to deliver pre-planned lessons or plan and deliver your own lessons, depending on the school and assignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Teaching across EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2, depending on experience
• Delivering engaging and well-structured lessons
• Following lesson plans and school schemes of work
• Maintaining a positive and well-managed classroom
• Supporting pupils with their learning and development
• Working effectively with support staff and the wider school team

The Ideal Candidate

• Recent experience teaching in a UK primary school
• Strong classroom management skills
• Good understanding of the Primary curriculum
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Flexible, reliable and professional approach
• Passionate about working with children and supporting their learning

What We Offer

• Flexible day-to-day supply work across Wandsworth and surrounding boroughs
• Short-term and long-term opportunities
• Competitive daily rates
• Variety of primary school settings
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant

Safeguarding

Strategy Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate DBS, referencing and safeguarding checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

If you’re a qualified Primary Teacher looking for flexible supply work in Wandsworth, we’d love to hear from you.