Supply Teacher

Simply Education Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Simply Education Ltd is seeking a Secondary Supply Teacher to cover Colchester and surrounding areas in Essex. The role offers flexible daily, short-term and long-term supply across local secondary schools.

You will deliver pre-planned lessons, maintain positive classroom environments, and adapt to varied school settings. Applicants should hold QTS, have UK secondary teaching experience, and be eligible to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Recent experience teaching within a secondary school.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Satisfactory professional references.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

Responsibilities

• Delivering pre-planned lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Teaching your specialist subject or providing general classroom cover when required.
• Creating a positive, inclusive and productive learning environment.
• Managing behaviour in line with each school's behaviour policy.
• Encouraging student engagement and promoting high expectations.
• Assessing learning where required and providing clear feedback to teaching staff.
• Building positive relationships with students, colleagues and school leaders.

Skills

QTS

UK secondary experience

Engaging lessons

Behaviour management

Flexibility

Communication

Safeguarding

Education

QTS

Job description

Secondary Supply Teacher

Location: Colchester and Surrounding Areas, Essex

Job Type: Flexible Supply - Daily, Short-Term & Long-Term Opportunities

Salary: £140-£160 per day

Are you a passionate and adaptable Secondary Teacher looking for flexible work in local schools? We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and committed Secondary Supply Teachers to work across a range of excellent secondary schools in Colchester and the surrounding areas.

Whether you specialise in English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Modern Foreign Languages, PE, Computing, Arts or another secondary subject, we have opportunities to suit your experience and availability. We welcome applications from experienced teachers, Early Career Teachers (ECTs), and educators returning to the profession.

Supply teaching offers the flexibility to choose when and where you work while gaining valuable experience in a variety of school environments. With opportunities ranging from day-to-day cover to long-term placements, this role is ideal for teachers seeking a rewarding and varied career.

The Role

As a Secondary Supply Teacher, you will play an important role in maintaining continuity of learning during staff absences. You will deliver engaging lessons, manage classroom behaviour effectively and create a positive learning environment that supports student achievement.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering pre-planned lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Teaching your specialist subject or providing general classroom cover when required.
• Creating a positive, inclusive and productive learning environment.
• Managing behaviour in line with each school's behaviour policy.
• Encouraging student engagement and promoting high expectations.
• Assessing learning where required and providing clear feedback to teaching staff.
• Building positive relationships with students, colleagues and school leaders.
• Following safeguarding, child protection and school policies at all times.

About the Schools

You will have the opportunity to work across a diverse range of secondary schools, including:

• Comprehensive schools.
• Academies and multi-academy trusts.
• High-performing and improving schools.
• Schools with supportive leadership teams and excellent behaviour systems.
• Settings offering a wide range of academic and vocational pathways.

Assignments can vary from one-day bookings to long-term placements and may lead to permanent opportunities for the right candidates.

We're Looking For

We are seeking teachers who:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Have experience teaching within UK secondary schools.
• Are confident delivering engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Have excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Are flexible, reliable and able to adapt quickly to new school environments.
• Demonstrate strong communication and organisational skills.
• Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

Applications are welcomed from:

• Experienced Secondary Teachers.
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs).
• Subject specialists.
• Teachers seeking flexible, part-time or full-time work.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Recent experience teaching within a secondary school environment.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Satisfactory professional references.
• A commitment to safeguarding and child protection.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates of £140-£220.
• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle and availability.
• Daily supply, short-term and long-term assignments.
• Opportunities for permanent roles.
• Weekly PAYE pay with no hidden umbrella company deductions.
• A dedicated education consultant providing ongoing support.
• Access to free CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Local placements across Colchester and the surrounding areas.
• A streamlined registration process with continued career guidance.

Why Choose Supply Teaching?

Supply teaching provides the opportunity to broaden your experience across a variety of schools, develop your teaching practice and maintain a healthy work-life balance. It is also an excellent route into long-term and permanent positions while allowing you to build strong relationships with local schools.