Primary Supply Teachers

TeacherActive; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking dedicated Primary Supply Teachers in Greater London. This role requires delivering pre-planned lessons, ensuring strong classroom management, and adapting to varied school environments. Candidates should have excellent relationship-building skills, be flexible and reliable. The agency provides 24/7 consultant support, a convenient onboarding process, and competitive pay. Opportunities for professional development are available through CPD courses and certificates.

Benefits

Dedicated 24/7 consultant support

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD Courses and certificates

Market-leading rates of pay

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience delivering lessons across EYFS, KS1, and KS2.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills required.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across EYFS, KS1, and KS2.
• Maintain strong classroom and behaviour management.
• Adapt quickly to new school environments and routines.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Support a safe, calm, and engaging learning environment.
• Be flexible, reliable, and professional at short notice.

Skills

Classroom management

Adaptability

Relationship building

Professionalism

Flexibility

Job description

TeacherActive, one of the UK’s largest and most established education recruitment agencies, is working closely with a range of primary schools across Southwark and the wider South-East area to support their ongoing need for Primary Supply Teachers.

We are committed to providing schools with reliable, adaptable, and skilled teachers who can step into classrooms and maintain continuity of learning. Alongside this, we offer in-house Career Progression Development, supporting teachers who wish to move from supply into longer-term or permanent roles.

We understand that flexibility is key for supply teachers. Whether you’re looking for day‑to‑day cover, short‑term placements, or opportunities that may lead to longer‑term or permanent roles, our experienced consultants work closely with schools to match you with roles that suit your preferences and strengths. With 24/7 support and a streamlined online onboarding process, joining TeacherActive is straightforward and supportive.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre‑planned lessons across EYFS, KS1, and KS2
• Maintain strong classroom and behaviour management
• Adapt quickly to new school environments and routines
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Support a safe, calm, and engaging learning environment
• Be flexible, reliable, and professional at short notice

Benefits

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My‑Progression channel
• Market‑leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply*

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard‑earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.

Register with TeacherActive or learn more about our services.