Supply Teacher

Supply Staff Limited; Taunton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Staff Ltd is seeking qualified Primary School Teachers for day-to-day supply work in Taunton, Somerset. You will deliver pre-planned lessons, manage a positive classroom, and support pupil learning with marking provided.

Opportunities include short-notice bookings and longer-term assignments covering staff sickness or maternity leave. DBS on Update Service or willingness to apply is required; safeguarding compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• QTS is required.
• Experience teaching in a primary school setting is essential.
• Strong classroom management and effective lesson delivery is required.
• Flexible, organised and professional approach.
• Availability for day-to-day supply with interest in longer-term cover.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day cover for absent teachers, including short-notice bookings.
• Deliver pre-planned lessons in line with the primary curriculum.
• Follow the work and resources provided by the school.
• Manage classroom behaviour and promote positive learning habits.
• Support pupils with their learning and encourage participation.
• Provide consistent teaching and classroom support during longer-term sickness or maternity cover assignments.
• Work collaboratively with school staff to maintain continuity of learning.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson delivery

Flexible working

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Job Title: Primary School Supply Teacher

Location: Taunton, Somerset

Job Type: Day to Day Supply, Long-Term Cover

Pay Rate: £130 - £160 per day

Job Overview

Looking for your next teaching opportunity? Supply Staff Ltd is seeking experienced and qualified Primary School Teachers for day-to-day supply work across primary schools in Taunton, Somerset. Opportunities include short-notice cover when schools experience teacher absences, as well as longer-term assignments covering staff sickness, maternity leave and other extended absences. You will deliver pre-planned lessons, maintain a positive classroom environment and support pupils' learning and development. Lesson planning and marking will be provided, allowing you to focus on delivering engaging lessons and ensuring continuity of learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day cover for absent teachers, including short-notice bookings.
• Deliver pre-planned lessons in line with the primary curriculum.
• Follow the work and resources provided by the school.
• Manage classroom behaviour and promote positive learning habits.
• Support pupils with their learning and encourage participation.
• Provide consistent teaching and classroom support during longer-term sickness or maternity cover assignments.
• Work collaboratively with school staff to maintain continuity of learning.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognised equivalent appropriate to the role.
• Experience teaching within a primary school setting.
• Strong classroom management and lesson delivery skills.
• A flexible, organised and professional approach.
• Availability for day-to-day supply, with an interest in longer-term cover opportunities.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willing to apply.
• Full compliance with standard UK school safeguarding regulations.

Why Supply Staff Ltd

• Flexible daily supply opportunities and potential longer-term teaching assignments.
• Reliable daily pay via framework guidelines.
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placements.

If you are an experienced Primary School Teacher looking for flexible supply work or longer-term teaching assignments covering sickness and maternity leave across Taunton and Somerset.