Supply Teacher - Croydon

Tradewind Recruitment; Croydon; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

CPD access to National College

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking qualified Primary Supply Teachers to work across Croydon and Surrey with a daily PAYE rate of £155-£165 and flexible working patterns. Immediate start available across a range of mainstream primary schools.

As a Primary Supply Teacher, you will cover planned and unplanned absences in diverse settings, with day-to-day to longer-term assignments depending on availability and preferences.

Qualifications

• QTS is required for the role.
• Experience teaching in UK primary schools preferred.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons provided by the class teacher.
• Teach across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 depending on experience and school requirements.
• Maintain classroom routines and behaviour expectations.
• Support pupils to remain engaged and make progress during lessons.
• Adapt quickly to different school environments and year groups.
• Complete routine classroom duties including registers and handovers.
• Create a positive, inclusive and safe learning environment.
• Follow school safeguarding, behaviour and health and safety procedures.
• Provide feedback to school staff at the end of each assignment.

Skills

Classroom management

Flexible approach

Reliable

Education

QTS

Job description

Primary Teacher - Supply Teacher Croydon & Surrey | £155-£165 per day PAYE | Flexible Working Pattern | Daily Supply | ASAP Start

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking qualified Primary Supply Teachers to work across a variety of mainstream primary schools throughout the Croydon and Surrey area. Tradewind support a number of primary schools the area, including in Caterham, Whyteleafe, Warlingham, Coulsdon and into the London border. Whether you're an experienced teacher looking for greater flexibility or an Early Career Teacher seeking to broaden your classroom experience, this is an excellent opportunity to work in a range of primary settings while maintaining control over your schedule.

Role Summary

As a Primary Supply Teacher, you will provide high-quality classroom cover for planned and unplanned teacher absences. Assignments may include day-to-day supply, short-term bookings and longer-term opportunities depending on your availability and preferences.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons provided by the class teacher
• Teach across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 depending on experience and school requirements
• Maintain classroom routines and behaviour expectations
• Support pupils to remain engaged and make progress during lessons
• Adapt quickly to different school environments and year groups
• Complete routine classroom duties including registers and handovers
• Create a positive, inclusive and safe learning environment
• Follow school safeguarding, behaviour and health and safety procedures
• Provide feedback to school staff at the end of each assignment

Candidate Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Previous teaching experience within UK primary schools
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Good knowledge of the primary curriculum
• Confidence delivering pre-planned lessons
• A flexible, reliable and professional approach
• The ability to travel to schools across Sutton and arrive by approximately 8:15am-8:30am
• A commitment to safeguarding and supporting children's well-being

Pay and Progression

This role offers £155-£165 per day PAYE, dependent on experience and individual assignment requirements. ECTs will complete the role at £155 per day and experienced Teachers will be offered flexible rates between £160-£165.

Why Apply?

• Opportunities across a wide range of primary schools throughout Surrey
• Exposure to different teaching environments and year groups
• Potential pathways into longer-term opportunities where available

Role Benefits

• Complete flexibility over when and where you work
• Variety of day-to-day, short-term and longer-term assignments
• Ideal opportunity to build experience across EYFS, KS1 and KS2

Tradewind Recruitment Benefits

• Competitive PAYE pay with no umbrella company
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignments
• Weekly pay and access to a wide range of education opportunities
• Free National College CPD Access
• As a Tradewind Recruitment candidate, you'll receive free access to The National College, including over 2,500 CPD courses.

Recommended courses for Primary Supply Teachers:

• Effective Behaviour Management in Primary Schools
• Adaptive Teaching and Inclusive Classrooms
• Safeguarding and Child Protection in Education

Required Vetting

Successful applicants will complete standard vetting checks including:

• A DBS on the Update Service, or be prepared to make a new application
• Professional references
• Verification of relevant teaching qualifications
• Right to work and identity checks