Primary Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Southend is seeking a Primary School Teacher to join our welcoming school community. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality lessons, foster a safe and inclusive classroom, and support every child to reach their potential.

The role offers flexible options (full-time or part-time) with permanent, fixed-term, or supply opportunities, and a daily rate of £130–£160 depending on experience and qualifications. DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching in a primary school setting.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• A passion for inspiring young learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress and achievement.
• Differentiate teaching strategies to meet the needs of all learners.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage students' social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external agencies to support pupil success.
• Participate in school activities, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Interpersonal abilities

Safeguarding awareness

Inspiring learners

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Primary Teacher (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Location: Southend
Salary: £130 - £160 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time | Permanent, Fixed-Term or Supply Opportunities Available
Start Date: 05/10/2026

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and inspiring Primary School Teacher to join our welcoming and supportive school community. The successful candidate will be passionate about delivering high-quality education, fostering a positive learning environment, and helping every child reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress and achievement.
• Differentiate teaching strategies to meet the needs of all learners.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage students' social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external agencies to support pupil success.
• Participate in school activities, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

Essential

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching in a primary school setting.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• A passion for inspiring young learners.

Desirable

• Experience teaching across multiple primary year groups.
• Knowledge of current educational practices and assessment frameworks.
• Experience supporting pupils with additional learning needs.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Well-resourced classrooms and learning facilities.
• Dedicated leadership and mentoring support.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Join us and help shape the future of our children through outstanding teaching and learning.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

This advert is for a temporary position.

In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training.

All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Full assistance provided.