Supply Teacher – Secondary

Connex Education; Stroud; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is seeking enthusiastic Secondary Supply Teachers to work in a variety of secondary schools across Stroud and the surrounding areas from October 2026 through to July 2027. We offer flexible options including full-time, part-time, long-term, short-term and day-to-day supply to fit your availability and career goals.

You will deliver engaging lessons, create an inclusive classroom, manage behaviour, and build positive relationships with students and staff while

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) preferred, but applications from strong secondary classroom experience welcomed.
• Unqualified teachers with strong secondary classroom experience considered.
• Overseas-trained teachers seeking UK experience welcomed.
• Graduates with a degree and relevant classroom experience may apply.
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and trainees nearing completion encouraged to apply.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to teaching with excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, inclusion and diversity in education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across a range of secondary subjects using school-provided planning where required.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports learning.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively in line with school policies.
• Adapt quickly to different school settings and classroom environments.
• Build positive relationships with students and school staff.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding and professional conduct at all times.

Job description

Secondary Supply Teacher - Stroud, Gloucestershire

Location: Stroud and surrounding areas

Salary: £120 - £300 per day, depending on experience and the role | Weekly PAYE Pay

Start Date: October 2026

About the Role

Looking for a better work-life balance? Want the flexibility to choose when and where you work?

Connex Education is recruiting enthusiastic Secondary Supply Teachers to work in a variety of secondary schools across Stroud and the surrounding areas from October 2026 through to July 2027.

Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time work, long-term placements, short-term cover, or day-to-day supply, we'll work around your availability and match you with roles that suit your lifestyle, experience, and career goals.

We work in partnership with a large number of secondary schools across Stroud, offering a wide range of exciting opportunities in a variety of subjects and settings.

Whether you're an experienced teacher seeking greater flexibility, an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to build confidence, an overseas-trained teacher wanting to gain UK classroom experience, or a graduate considering a career in teaching, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across a range of secondary subjects using school-provided planning where required.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports learning.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively in line with school policies.
• Adapt quickly to different school settings and classroom environments.
• Build positive relationships with students and school staff.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding and professional conduct at all times.

Why Join Connex Education?

• Competitive daily rates of pay from £120 - £300 per day, based on previous experience and the role.
• Weekly PAYE pay - no umbrella companies.
• Flexible work to fit around your availability and personal commitments.
• Opportunities for day-to-day, short-term, long-term, and permanent roles.
• Free access to our Classroom Teacher Toolkit, including over 70 professional development courses.
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training to support you in today's classroom.
• Dedicated support with CVs, applications, interview preparation, and ongoing career development.
• A dedicated consultant who takes the time to understand your preferences and finds the right opportunities for you.

Person Specification

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is preferred, but we also welcome applications from:
• Unqualified teachers with strong secondary classroom experience.
• Overseas-trained teachers looking to gain experience within UK secondary schools.
• Graduates with a degree who are considering a career in teaching and have relevant classroom experience.
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and trainee teachers nearing completion of their training.
• A flexible and adaptable approach to teaching.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A passion for supporting young people and helping them achieve their full potential.
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality, inclusion, and diversity in education.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values cultural and religious diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. All applicants are assessed solely on merit.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.