Primary Teachers

Smile Education Recruitment; Droylsden; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£100 Joining Bonus

£200 Referral Bonus

Ongoing CPD & career development

Job summary

Smile Education Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a welcoming primary school in Droylsden, Greater Manchester for Primary Teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking to start in September 2026.

Opportunities include flexible supply, long-term and permanent teaching roles with daily pay of £140–£200, paid weekly, and ongoing consultant support. Successful applicants will have QTS or be an ECT and must have right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or ECT status.
• Minimum 6 months UK classroom experience (placements allowed for ECTs).
• Excellent classroom management and strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and creative lessons across EYFS, KS1 or KS2.
• Foster a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all pupils.
• Assess, monitor and support pupil progress effectively.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Inspire children to become confident, independent learners.

Skills

Excellent classroom management

Strong communication

Teamwork abilities

Child-centred approach

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Early Career Teacher (ECT)

Job description

Location: Droylsden, Greater Manchester

Start Dates: September 2026

Hours: Full-Time, Part-Time & Flexible Supply Opportunities Available

Pay: £140–£200 per day (dependent on experience)

Inspire Young Minds in a Thriving Droylsden Primary School

Smile Education is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and ambitious primary school in Droylsden, Greater Manchester, for passionate Primary Teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking to make a positive impact from September 2026.

Situated in the heart of Droylsden, this well-established primary school benefits from excellent transport links, including the M60 motorway, the Droylsden Metrolink, and easy access to Manchester City Centre, Audenshaw, Denton, Ashton-under-Lyne, Guide Bridge, Clayton, and Openshaw. The school is conveniently located close to Droylsden Marina, Fairfield Moravian Settlement, Tameside Hospital, and a variety of local parks, shops, cafés, and community facilities, making it an attractive and easily accessible location for teaching professionals.

The school has built an excellent reputation for providing a nurturing, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. Staff wellbeing is a genuine priority, with teachers benefiting from strong leadership, collaborative planning, ongoing professional development, and a supportive team culture that values innovation, creativity, and high-quality teaching. Whether you are an experienced teacher or an ECT beginning your career, you will be joining a school committed to helping both pupils and staff flourish.

The Role

• Deliver engaging and creative lessons across EYFS, KS1 or KS2.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Differentiation learning to meet the needs of all pupils.
• Assess, monitor, and support pupil progress effectively.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Inspire children to become confident, independent learners.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or be an Early Career Teacher (ECT).
• A minimum of 6 months' UK classroom experience (teaching placements accepted for ECTs).
• Excellent classroom management skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• A positive, enthusiastic, and child-centred approach to teaching.

Requirements

• Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Smile Education.
• Ability to provide a full two years of employment and/or education references, including at least one reference relating to working with children.
• References should be available during the pre-screen stage or registration appointment to ensure a smooth compliance process.
• Right to work in the UK.
• We are unable to offer sponsorship for these positions.

Registration & Compliance

Successful applicants will complete a registration appointment with Smile Education as part of our safeguarding and compliance process.

To avoid delays, registration appointments will be arranged as soon as your application and required documentation have been received, allowing our compliance team to process your file efficiently and help you become available for work as quickly as possible.

Why Join Smile Education?

September 2026 opportunities available.

• Flexible supply, long-term, and permanent teaching opportunities.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your recruitment journey.
• Competitive daily pay of £140–£200, paid weekly.
• Access to ongoing CPD and career development.
• £100 Joining Bonus – Receive £100 after completing your first 10 days of work.*
• £200 Referral Bonus – Recommend a friend or colleague and earn £200 once they complete the qualifying period.*

Safeguarding Commitment
Smile Education and our partner school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to:

• Enhanced DBS checks.
• Verification of identity and qualifications.
• Employment and reference checks.
• Right to work checks.
• Online searches for shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (2024) guidance.

SM1ENQ

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.