Primary Teacher

TeacherActive; Witham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Competitive daily rate

Day-to-day & long-term roles

Dedicated consultant

CPD opportunities

Variety of schools

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting Primary Supply Teachers to work with a network of welcoming primary schools in and around Braintree. This role offers day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities to fit around your schedule.

You will deliver pre-planned lessons across EYFS to KS2, maintain high behaviour standards and support pupil progress when the class teacher is away. QTS/ECT and UK primary experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• QTS or be an Early Career Teacher (ECT).
• Experience teaching within a UK Primary School.
• Strong knowledge of the Primary National Curriculum.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Adaptability to different school environments.
• Positive, enthusiastic and flexible approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across EYFS, KS1 or KS2.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and engage pupils.
• Help pupils progress in the absence of their class teacher.

Skills

QTS

UK Primary teaching

Behaviour management

Education

QTS or ECT eligibility

Job description

Job Title: Primary Supply Teacher

Location: Braintree, Essex
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £160 - £200 per day (Dependent on Experience)

• Are you a passionate Primary Teacher looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle?


• Do you have the confidence to deliver engaging lessons across EYFS, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2?


• Are you looking to gain experience in a variety of welcoming Primary Schools across Braintree?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a number of fantastic Primary Schools across Braintree who are looking to recruit enthusiastic and reliable Primary Supply Teachers to join them on a day-to-day, short-term and long-term basis.

Whether you're an experienced Primary Teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT), supply teaching offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience, enjoy greater flexibility, and build relationships with a range of local schools. We have work available to suit your availability, whether you're looking for one day a week or full-time opportunities.

The successful Primary Supply Teacher will be responsible for delivering pre-planned lessons, maintaining high standards of behaviour, creating an engaging learning environment, and ensuring pupils continue to make progress in the absence of their class teacher.

The successful Primary Supply Teacher will have:

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or be an Early Career Teacher (ECT)


• Experience teaching within a UK Primary School


• Strong knowledge of the Primary National Curriculum


• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills


• The ability to adapt quickly to different school environments


• A positive, enthusiastic and flexible approach to teaching

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• Flexible work to suit your availability


• Competitive daily rates of £160 - £200 per day


• Opportunities for day-to-day, long-term and permanent positions


• A dedicated TeacherActive consultant to support you throughout your placements


• Access to CPD and professional development opportunities


• The opportunity to work within a variety of supportive and welcoming Primary Schools

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you're paying the correct level of Tax and National Insurance, with no hidden admin charges taken from your hard-earned pay.

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

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.