Primary Teacher

TeacherActive Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Dedicated consultant

Flexible schedule

Day-to-day/Long-term roles

Free CPD

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd is recruiting a Primary School Teacher to work across Leeds, spanning EYFS, KS1 and KS2. Roles range from flexible day-to-day cover to longer-term contracts, with potential permanent opportunities at the right fit.

You must hold QTS and can adapt to different school environments. You will have experience in primary education, a solid grasp of the Primary National Curriculum, and the ability to manage behaviour while building positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Qualifications

• Holder of QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching in a primary school setting.
• Strong understanding of the Primary National Curriculum.
• Confident in managing classroom behaviour and standards.

Responsibilities

• Teach across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 as required.
• Work on flexible day-to-day cover, long-term and potential permanent roles.
• Adapt teaching to pupils’ needs and year group requirements.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and school staff.

Skills

QTS

Primary teaching experience

Curriculum knowledge

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Adaptability across schools

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Are you a passionate Primary School Teacher looking for your next opportunity?

Do you enjoy working across different year groups and adapting your teaching to meet the needs of your pupils?

Would you like access to flexible day-to-day work alongside longer-term and potentially permanent positions?

TeacherActive is recruiting Primary School Teachers to work across a variety of primary schools throughout Leeds. We have opportunities available across EYFS, KS1, and KS2, allowing you to find work that matches your experience, preferred year groups and availability.

Roles range from flexible day-to-day cover to full-time long-term positions, with opportunities to secure permanent employment where the right fit is found.

The successful Primary School Teacher will:

• Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
• Have experience teaching within a primary school
• Have a strong understanding of the Primary National Curriculum
• Be confident managing classroom behaviour
• Be able to quickly build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Be flexible and comfortable working across different school environments

Whether you're looking to work a few days each week or secure your next full-time position, we want to hear from you.

TeacherActive will offer you:

• Competitive rates of pay
• A dedicated consultant
• Flexible work around your availability
• Access to day-to-day, long-term and potential permanent roles
• FREE CPD through our My-Progression platform
• PAYE payments with no administration charges
• Referral bonuses when you recommend other education professionals

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

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and professional references.

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

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

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

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

Primary Teacher

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £140 to £225 a day

Hours: Full-time

Location: LS1

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Contract

Posting date: 5 Oct 2026

Closing date: 4 Nov 2026