Supply Teacher

Destination Education; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Destination Education is recruiting for Supply Primary School Teachers to support a network of welcoming primary schools across Redbridge and surrounding areas. You can select day-to-day, short-term, or longer-term work, gaining experience across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 and building relationships with pupils and staff.

Whether you're an experienced teacher seeking flexibility or an ECT building confidence, supply roles offer a route into longer positions while delivering consistent support to pupils.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS or equivalent.
• Recent experience teaching in a UK primary school.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Reliable, adaptable, and confident across year groups.
• Positive attitude and passion for teaching.
• Seeking flexible day-to-day, short-term, or longer-term work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons across EYFS, KS1, and KS2.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment.
• Follow lesson plans and school policies effectively.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and maintain engagement.
• Manage behaviour confidently and consistently.
• Adapt quickly to different schools, year groups, and classroom environments.
• Provide clear feedback to school staff following each placement.

Skills

Classroom management

Adaptability

Flexibility

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Supply Primary School Teacher

Location: Redbridge & Surrounding Areas

About the Role

Looking for flexible teaching work where you can gain experience, meet new schools, and potentially find your next long-term position?

Destination Education is currently working with a range of welcoming and supportive primary schools across Redbridge and the surrounding areas, and we are looking for enthusiastic and adaptable Supply Primary School Teachers to join our network.

Whether you're an experienced teacher looking for greater flexibility, an ECT looking to build confidence in the classroom, or a teacher considering a return to education, supply can offer the perfect balance. You can choose the type of work that suits you while continuing to make a real difference to pupils across EYFS, KS1, and KS2.

Supply teaching can also be a fantastic route into a full-time position. By getting to know different schools, you may find a setting that feels like the right fit and could lead to a longer-term or permanent role.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons across EYFS, KS1, and KS2.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment.
• Follow lesson plans and school policies effectively.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and maintain their engagement throughout the day.
• Manage behaviour confidently and consistently.
• Adapt quickly to different schools, year groups, and classroom environments.
• Provide clear feedback to school staff following each placement.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds QTS or equivalent.
• Has recent experience teaching within a UK primary school setting.
• Demonstrates strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Is reliable, adaptable, and confident working across different year groups.
• Has a positive attitude and a genuine passion for teaching.
• Is looking for flexible opportunities and is open to day-to-day, short-term, or longer-term work.

What Destination Education Offers

• A dedicated consultant who takes the time to understand your experience and what you're looking for.
• Flexible supply work to suit your availability.
• Access to a wide range of primary schools across Redbridge and surrounding areas.
• Day-to-day, short-term, and long-term teaching opportunities.
• Opportunities for supply work to lead into full-time and permanent positions.
• Consistent support throughout every placement.