Supply Primary Teacher

AMA Admin; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with flexible routes

Fast registration & compliance

Flexible days and hours

Culture-matched placements

Trusted partner school network

5+ CPD courses available

Free PSHE resources

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting Supply Primary Teachers to work across our partner primary schools in Salford on a day-to-day, short-term, long-term or temp-to-perm basis, starting September 2026.

You'll have the opportunity to work in welcoming schools while choosing when and where you work, enjoying flexible days and ongoing support from Milk Education. A genuine passion for teaching and safeguarding is essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching within a primary school setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Primary National Curriculum.
• Confident classroom and behaviour management skills.

Responsibilities

• Delivering engaging and effective lessons across the primary curriculum.
• Following lesson plans and adapting activities to meet pupil needs.
• Maintaining a positive, safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Managing behaviour and promoting positive attitudes to learning.
• Supporting pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Differentiating learning and providing additional support, including SEND.
• Building relationships with pupils and staff across different settings.
• Completing classroom administration and recording pupil progress.

Skills

QTS

Primary teaching

Classroom management

Communication

Organisation

Education

QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Job description

About Us

Milk Education is more than a supply partner - we're a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support.

We're currently recruiting for Supply Primary Teachers to work across our partner primary schools in Salford on a day-to-day, short-term, long-term or temp-to-perm basis, starting September 2026.

You'll have the opportunity to work across a variety of welcoming and supportive schools, gaining experience in different year groups and settings while maintaining the flexibility to choose when and where you work.

Whether you're looking for a better work-life balance, returning to teaching, looking to gain experience across different schools or simply want greater flexibility, supply teaching with Milk Education can provide the right opportunities for you.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Delivering engaging and effective lessons across the primary curriculum.
• Following lesson plans and adapting activities to meet the needs and abilities of pupils.
• Maintaining a positive, safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively and promoting positive attitudes to learning.
• Supporting pupils with their academic, social and emotional development.
• Differentiating learning and providing additional support where required, including for pupils with SEND.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff across different school settings.
• Completing appropriate classroom administration, including recording pupil progress where required.
• Working collaboratively with teaching assistants and wider school staff.
• Upholding safeguarding procedures and promoting the welfare of all children and young people.

Requirements or Skills:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Previous experience teaching within a primary school setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Primary National Curriculum.
• Confident classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A genuine passion for teaching and supporting children's development.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• A flexible, adaptable and reliable approach to working across different school environments.
• The ability to quickly build positive relationships with pupils and school staff.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available.
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance - APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• Culture-matched placements - we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.
• Priority Partnership school network - access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement (including Safeguarding, SEND & Behaviour) with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy.
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub - because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact.
• School Preparation Pack with han