Supply Teacher

Protocol Education Ltd; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Qualified Supply Primary Teacher in Colchester. This role offers flexible work arrangements allowing teachers to choose when they work while providing impactful teaching in various primary schools. The ideal candidate will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and possess strong classroom management skills. Competitive pay and free ongoing professional development opportunities are included, making this a great choice for teachers seeking a balance between work and life.

Benefits

Flexible supply work

Competitive weekly pay

Free ongoing CPD and training

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required.
• Must have a reliable and adaptable approach to teaching.
• Expected to manage classroom dynamics effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide flexible supply teaching across local primary schools.
• Ensure a positive and impactful presence in the classroom.
• Select preferred teaching days that fit personal schedules.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Classroom management

Adaptability

Confidence in different school settings

Professional approach

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Qualified Supply Primary Teacher – Colchester Flexible Work | Competitive Pay | Ongoing CPD

Are you a qualified primary teacher looking for flexible supply work that fits around your lifestyle? Whether you’re seeking a better work–life balance, variety in your week, or the freedom to choose when you work, supply teaching could be the perfect option.

We work with a wide range of welcoming primary schools across the Colchester area, offering day-to-day and short-term supply opportunities. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to select the days that suit you, while continuing to make a meaningful impact in the classroom.

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• A reliable, adaptable, and professional approach
• Confidence working across different school settings and year groups
• Strong classroom management and a positive attitude

Why work with Protocol Education?

• Flexible supply work that works around you
• Competitive weekly pay
• A dedicated local consultant who listens and supports you
• A variety of good local schools
• Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• Fully vetted roles for peace of mind

If you’re a reliable and adaptable primary teacher looking for flexible supply work in Colchester, we’d love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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