Secondary Supply Teacher

Randstad Education; Purfleet-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 25,830 - 29,520; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Local placements

Dedicated consultant support

Referral scheme benefits

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking reliable Secondary Supply Teachers to work with partner secondary schools around Purfleet-on-Thames (RM19). This role offers flexibility and variety across local settings without the pressures of full-time planning or marking.

Ideal for qualified teachers seeking balance, with support from a dedicated consultant and competitive daily rates. Responsibilities include KS3/KS4 lesson delivery, classroom management, and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• QTS or ECT status required.
• Experience teaching UK secondary curriculum KS3 & KS4.
• Enhanced DBS registered with Update Service.
• Full Right to Work in the UK; sponsorship not available.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Establish and maintain positive learning environments and behaviour.
• Mark work completed during lessons and provide handover notes.
• Adapt delivery to support students with AEN/SEN.
• Follow safeguarding policies to ensure child welfare.

Skills

QTS/ECT

KS3/KS4

DBS Update Service

Right to Work UK

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

Secondary Supply Teacher

Purfleet-on-Thames

£140 - £160 per day

We are seeking reliable and adaptable Secondary Supply Teachers to work with our partner secondary schools in and around Purfleet-on-Thames (RM19).

This opportunity is ideal for qualified teachers seeking flexibility, a better work-life balance, or variety across local secondary settings without the added pressures of full-time planning and marking.

Key Responsibilities

• Lesson Delivery: Effectively deliver pre-set work across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4), maintaining high academic engagement.
• Classroom Management: Establish positive learning environments and enforce school behaviour policies consistently.
• Assessment & Feedback: Mark work completed during lessons and leave clear handover notes for regular teaching staff.
• Inclusive Support: Adapt classroom delivery to support students with Additional Educational Needs (AEN / SEN).
• Safeguarding: Follow school policies to maintain child protection, safety, and welfare at all times.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or ECT status (Essential).
• Experience teaching the UK Secondary Curriculum (KS3 & KS4).
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to process one).
• Full Right to Work in the UK (Note: Sponsorship is not available for this post).
• Strong communication, adaptability, and classroom management skills.
• Two recent, professional education-based references.

What We Offer

• Competitive Daily Rates: £140 - £160 per day, paid weekly.
• Total Flexibility: Choose the days and locations that fit your schedule.
• Local Roles: Work within convenient transport links around Purfleet and nearby Thurrock schools.
• Dedicated Support: Guidance from a specialist consultant who understands the local area.
• Referral Scheme: Earn £300 in shopping vouchers for every teacher you refer to us (T&Cs apply).

If you meet these requirements and are excited about this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you!