Primary Teacher

Simply Education Ltd; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Diverse settings across Bedfordshire

Dedicated consultant support

Competitive pay rates

Career development

Job summary

Simply Education is seeking passionate Primary Teachers to support a broad range of welcoming primary schools across Bedford and the surrounding areas for the 2026/27 academic year and beyond. We offer flexible roles including daily supply, short-term cover, longer-term placements and permanent opportunities to fit your experience, goals and lifestyle.

A supportive recruitment team helps you find the right placements and you’ll gain access tocompetitive pay rates across various year groups and

Job description

Primary Teachers Wanted - Autumn Term 2026 & Beyond

The 2026/27 school year is well underway, are you ready for your next teaching opportunity?

Are you a passionate Primary Teacher looking for flexible, rewarding work in Bedford and the surrounding areas?

Simply Education is looking for enthusiastic Primary Teachers to join our team and support a fantastic range of welcoming primary schools across Bedford and the surrounding areas.

Whether you're looking for daily supply, short-term cover, longer-term placements or your next permanent opportunity, we can help you find a role that fits your experience, goals and lifestyle.

Why Choose Simply Education?

• Established & Trusted - Nearly 20 years of experience building strong partnerships with schools across Bedfordshire.
• A Variety of Opportunities - Work across a range of primary settings, including mainstream and SEND schools, with opportunities across different year groups.
• Supportive Recruitment Team - Work with education specialists who understand your needs and are committed to finding the right opportunity for you.

What's In It For You?

• Flexible Working - Choose from full-time, part-time, daily supply and ad-hoc opportunities to suit your lifestyle.
• Opportunities Across Primary Settings - Experience different schools, year groups and teaching environments while building your classroom experience.
• Dedicated Consultant Support - You'll have a dedicated consultant who takes the time to understand your goals and supports you throughout your placements.
• Competitive Pay Rates - Access excellent rates of pay across a wide range of teaching opportunities.
• Career Development - Whether you're an ECT building confidence, returning to teaching or an experienced teacher looking for a change, we can help you take the next step.

This Could Be Perfect For:

• Qualified Primary Teachers looking for greater flexibility
• ECTs wanting to develop confidence and classroom experience
• Teachers returning to the classroom after a career break
• Experienced educators looking for a better work-life balance
• Teachers seeking their next long-term or permanent role

Ready for Your Next Chapter?

The 2026/27 school year is now underway, and primary schools across Bedford and the surrounding areas continue to seek talented teachers for the autumn term and beyond.

Whether you're looking for your next placement, considering a change of school or simply want to explore what's available, get in touch with Simply Education today.

Apply now and let us help you find your next primary teaching opportunity.