Primary Teacher

TeacherActive Ltd; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant team 24/7

Guaranteed payment scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd is seeking qualified Primary School Teachers for flexible day-to-day supply across Wakefield and surrounding areas.

You will deliver lessons across KS1 and KS2, follow school plans, and help maintain positive classroom environments. Long-term and permanent opportunities may arise.

Benefits include 24/7 consultant support and guaranteed payment scheme; registration includes DBS checks.

Qualifications

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) – ECTs encouraged to apply.
• Experience across KS1 and/or KS2.
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Confidence delivering lessons across a range of subjects.
• Effective classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Reliability and ability to adapt quickly to different school environments.
• A commitment to safeguarding and pupil development.

Responsibilities

• As a Primary School Teacher, deliver lessons in line with school curriculum and follow provided planning.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and create a positive learning environment.

Skills

QTS

KS1/KS2 experience

Primary curriculum understanding

Lesson delivery across subjects

Classroom management

Adaptability to different schools

Safeguarding and pupil development

Job description

Are you a qualified Primary School Teacher looking for flexible work across Wakefield?

Do you have the confidence to step into different classrooms and quickly build positive relationships with pupils?

Would you like the flexibility of day-to-day supply while still having access to long-term and permanent opportunities?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a range of supportive primary schools across Wakefield and the surrounding areas. We are looking for reliable and enthusiastic Primary School Teachers who are confident working across KS1 and KS2.

We have a range of day-to-day opportunities available, giving you flexibility around when and where you work. We also work closely with schools recruiting for longer-term and permanent positions, giving you the opportunity to find a school that is the right fit for you.

As a Primary School Teacher, you will deliver lessons in line with the school's curriculum, follow planning where provided, manage classroom behaviour effectively and create a positive environment where pupils can continue learning in the absence of their usual teacher.

The successful Primary School Teacher will have:

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) – ECTs are encouraged to apply
• Experience working across KS1 and/or KS2
• A strong understanding of the primary curriculum
• Confidence delivering lessons across a range of subjects
• Effective classroom and behaviour management skills
• Reliability and the ability to adapt quickly to different school environments
• A commitment to safeguarding and pupil development

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme

Terms and Conditions apply

• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market-leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend
• PAYE paid weekly

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of Tax and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

Primary Teacher

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £140 to £225 a day

Hours: Part-time

Location: WF1

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 13 Oct 2026

Closing date: 12 Nov 2026

Summary

Are you a qualified Primary School Teacher looking for flexible work across Wakefield?

Do you have the confidence to step into different classrooms and quickly build positive relationships with pupils?

Would you like the flexibility of day-to-day supply while still having access to long-term and permanent opportunities?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a range of supportive primary schools across Wakefield and the surrounding areas. We are looking for reliable and enthusiastic Primary School Teachers who are confident working across KS1 and KS2.

We have a range of day-to-day opportunities available, giving you flexibility around when and where you work. We also work closely with schools recruiting for longer-term and permanent positions, giving you the opportunity to find a school that is the right fit for you.

As a Primary School Teacher, you will deliver lessons in line with the school's curriculum, follow planning where provided, manage classroom behaviour effectively and create a positive environment where pupils can continue learning in the absence of their usual teacher.

The successful Primary School Teacher will have:

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) – ECTs are encouraged to apply
• Experience working across KS1 and/or KS2
• A strong understanding of the primary curriculum
• Confidence delivering lessons across a range of subjects
• Effective classroom and behaviour management skills
• Reliability and the ability to adapt quickly to different school environments
• A commitment to safeguarding and pupil development

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme

Terms and Conditions apply

• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market-leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend
• PAYE paid weekly

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of Tax and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good 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.

Equal Opportunities Statement

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

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.

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.