Supply KS1 Teacher

Connex Education; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a KS1 Teacher for primary schools in Swadlincote, offering a competitive weekly salary of £700 – £900. The role involves full classroom responsibilities, lesson delivery, and fostering a positive learning environment for children aged 4-7. Strong behaviour management skills and Qualified Teacher Status are essential. Benefits include access to development courses and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

PAYE paid weekly

Access to SEND Toolkit skills development

Career progression opportunities

Wellbeing programme

Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities

Responsibilities

• Take on full classroom responsibilities during cover days.
• Deliver lessons and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Support pupils' progress without lesson planning.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience with children aged 4–7

Strong behaviour management skills

Ability to plan engaging lessons

Knowledge of KS1 national curriculum

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

Swadlincote (DE11)
£700 – £900 per week depending on experience

To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK.

About the role

Connex Education is working in partnership with a number of welcoming Primary Schools in the Swadlincote (DE11) area, who are recruiting for KS1 Teachers to work on a day-to-day supply basis. This role will involve taking on full classroom responsibilities during cover days, including lesson delivery, maintaining a positive learning environment, and supporting pupils’ progress. No lesson planning will be required.

About the schools

Schools across the Swadlincote area are known for their supportive staff teams and inclusive learning environments. They are looking for dedicated, flexible and enthusiastic teachers who can build strong relationships with pupils and staff while delivering engaging and effective lessons.

Assignment Details

These roles are for 3-5 days a week, starting in September, and will run for the duration of the autumn term.

Benefits of working with Connex Education

• Competitive daily rate.
• PAYE paid weekly.
• Free access to our SEND Toolkit skills development package comprising over 19 courses. Funded formal qualifications, from Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL.
• Career progression via our Care to Classroom setting conversion course.
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom.
• Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities.

Person Specification

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience of working with children aged 4–7 in a UK primary school setting
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons
• Knowledge of the KS1 national curriculum and phonics schemes such as Read, Write Inc or Letters and Sounds
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willing to obtain a new one

All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.

Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.