Primary Teacher

Randstad Education; Horley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE payments

Flexible supply days

Professional development

Job summary

Randstad UK is seeking an enthusiastic Primary Teacher to deliver engaging lessons across EYFS to KS2 within London boroughs and surrounding areas. You will adapt teaching to diverse learners and collaborate with support staff to drive pupil progress.

The role offers flexible supply options with potential for longer-term placements, and access to Randstad’s training resources to support ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or UK equivalent; ECTs welcome to apply.
• Strong knowledge of the UK Primary Curriculum across EYFS to KS2.
• Enhanced Child DBS with Update Service or willingness to obtain.
• Full legal right to work in the United Kingdom.
• Excellent communication skills and proactive classroom presence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver inspiring lessons across the National Curriculum for diverse learners.
• Differentiate tasks to meet individual pupil needs with support from Teaching Assistants and SEN coordinators.
• Establish clear expectations and restorative behaviour to create a positive classroom environment.
• Assess progress with meaningful formative feedback and help each child reach targets.
• Communicate with school leadership, parents, and support teams to support development.
• Uphold safeguarding policies and follow statutory guidance at all times.

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom presence

Student-first attitude

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or UK equivalent

Job description

Primary Teacher

Location: Surrey / East Sussex / London Boroughs

Pay Rate: £140.00 - £233.00 per day (paid weekly via PAYE)

Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Flexible Supply

Key Stages: EYFS, KS1 & KS2

Are you an inspiring Primary Teacher eager to bring learning to life, spark genuine curiosity, and make an immediate impact without being weighed down by rigid schedules?

Whether you are looking for long-term consistency, guaranteed career progression, or the freedom of flexible day-to-day supply, we connect passionate educators with vibrant, forward-thinking primary schools across London.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Weekly Pay: Receive £140.00 - £233.00 per day, processed accurately and reliably every Friday via PAYE (no umbrella company deductions).
• Genuine Work-Life Balance: Complete control over your calendar-choose between full-time class allocations, part-time commitments, or flexible supply days.
• Instant Mobile Booking App: Set your availability, accept assignments, view school journey details, and track timesheets directly from your smartphone.
• 1:1 Dedicated Consultant: Work directly with a specialist education recruiter focused on matching you with schools that align with your teaching philosophy.
• Generous 'Refer-a-Friend' Scheme: Earn substantial cash rewards for introducing talented teaching colleagues to our network.
• Continuous Professional Development: Access free accredited training modules in positive behaviour management, curriculum updates, and phonics frameworks.

Key Responsibilities & Classroom Impact

• Deliver Inspiring Lessons: Plan, adapt, and teach engaging, high-impact lessons across the National Curriculum that challenge, support, and captivate diverse learners.
• Champion Inclusive Learning: Differentiate core learning tasks to meet individual pupil needs, collaborating effectively with Teaching Assistants and SEN coordinators.
• Cultivate Positive Behaviour: Establish clear expectations, mutual respect, and restorative behaviour techniques to build a safe, focused, and joyful classroom environment.
• Drive Pupil Progress: Assess ongoing learning through meaningful formative feedback, celebrating breakthroughs and ensuring every child meets their personal targets.
• Build Strong School Partnerships: Communicate constructively with school leadership, parents, and support teams to reinforce each pupil's academic and emotional development.
• Uphold Safeguarding Standards: Maintain a safe educational setting by following school-wide child protection policies and statutory safeguarding guidance at all times.

Candidate Requirements

Must-Haves (Essential)

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK equivalent (ECTs / Early Career Teachers are welcome to apply).
• Strong, up-to-date working knowledge of the UK Primary Curriculum across EYFS, Key Stage 1, or Key Stage 2.
• An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered on the DBS Update Service (or readiness to complete one immediately).
• Full legal right to work in the United Kingdom.
• Excellent communication skills, classroom presence, and a proactive, student-first attitude.

Nice-to-Haves (Preferred)

• Proven experience leading a curriculum subject area or running targeted SATs preparation.
• Practical familiarity with systematic synthetic phonics schemes (e.g., Read Write Inc., Little Wandle, Jolly Phonics).
• Experience implementing adaptive strategies for pupils with SEN, EHCPs, or EAL in mainstream classrooms.