Primary Teacher

Connex Education Partnership; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Connex Education is seeking Primary Teachers for supply and long-term opportunities in Sheffield. Roles include day-to-day supply and longer placements across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, with flexible arrangements and supportive local education team.

You will deliver engaging lessons, foster inclusive classrooms and support pupils’ academic, social and emotional development, with guidance from a dedicated Connex Education consultant.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Recent experience as lead classroom teacher in a UK primary school.
• Strong classroom management and behaviour management skills.
• Good understanding of the National Curriculum across the primary phase.
• Commitment to pupil achievement, inclusion and wellbeing.
• Right to Work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons across the primary curriculum.
• Establish a stimulating, inclusive and supportive classroom environment.
• Monitor pupil progress and support attainment and development.
• Manage classroom behaviour consistently in line with school policies.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and carers.
• Assist with planning, preparation and assessment for longer placements when required.
• Contribute to the wider school community and activities.

Skills

QTS or equivalent

Lead classroom teacher experience

Classroom management

National Curriculum (primary)

Right to Work in the UK

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Primary Teacher | Supply & Long-Term Opportunities | Sheffield

Location: Sheffield
Pay: £844–£1,162 per week PAYE
Contract: Full-time and part-time supply and long-term opportunities

Looking for Your Next Primary Teaching Role?

Connex Education is working in partnership with primary schools across Sheffield to recruit passionate and dedicated Primary Teachers for a variety of flexible teaching opportunities.

Whether you're looking for day-to-day supply work to fit around your commitments or a longer-term placement offering greater consistency, we'll work with you to find assignments that suit your experience, availability and career ambitions.

Opportunities are available across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, giving you the chance to use your skills in a range of primary school environments.

What Connex Education Offers

We aim to provide our teachers with competitive pay, professional development and ongoing support throughout their assignments.

You'll benefit from:

• £844–£1,162 per week PAYE, with no umbrella company deductions.

• Flexible working options to support your lifestyle and work-life balance.

• Guaranteed Work Agreements available for eligible candidates, offering greater consistency and security where applicable.

• Access to over 19 free CPD courses through the Connex SEND Toolkit.

• Funded qualifications, including Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL.

• Wellbeing support, classroom refresher training and career development pathways.

• Ongoing guidance from a dedicated, experienced local education team.

Teaching Opportunities Across Sheffield

We offer a range of assignments throughout the academic year, including:

• Day-to-day supply teaching.

• Shorter-term and longer-term placements.

• Opportunities across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, with year-group preferences considered where possible.

• Positions within community schools, academy trusts and larger multi-form entry primary schools.

For most day-to-day supply assignments, lesson planning is not required, allowing you to focus on delivering lessons and supporting pupils using the resources provided by the school.

About the Role

As a Primary Teacher, you'll play an important role in creating a positive learning environment where children feel supported, included and encouraged to achieve their potential.

You'll deliver engaging lessons, promote positive behaviour and support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.

Our partner schools offer a variety of teaching environments, with an emphasis on supportive leadership, effective classroom practice and high expectations for pupil achievement. Your dedicated Connex Education consultant will take the time to understand your experience, preferred key stages and career goals before matching you with suitable opportunities.

Your Responsibilities

Depending on the assignment, your duties may include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, well-structured lessons across the primary curriculum.

• Establishing a stimulating, inclusive and supportive classroom environment.

• Monitoring pupil progress and supporting academic attainment and personal development.

• Managing classroom behaviour consistently in line with school policies.

• Building positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents and carers.

• Completing planning, preparation and assessment for longer-term placements where required.

• Contributing to the wider school community and its activities where appropriate.

What We're Looking For

To be considered for these opportunities, you'll need:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification. Applicants currently working towards QTS may also be considered.

• Recent experience working as the lead classroom teacher in a UK primary school.

• Strong classroom management and behaviour management skills.

• A good understanding of the National Curriculum across the primary phase.

• A commitment to pupil achievement, inclusion and wellbeing.

• The Right to Work in the UK.

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one.

Please Note

These positions are best suited to candidates with recent experience leading a classroom in a UK primary school. Applicants must meet the relevant qualification requirements and have the Right to Work in the UK.

All candidates must also satisfy the necessary pre-employment, safeguarding and safer recruitment checks.

Safeguarding & Compliance

Connex Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.