Teach in Lewes

Sussex Teachers; Lewes; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Sussex Teachers is recruiting Qualified Primary Teachers (QTS) for flexible daily and short-term supply work in Lewes and surrounding East Sussex. You will deliver planned lessons, manage the classroom, and support pupil learning in local primary schools.

Role offers daily and short-term supply opportunities across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, with pay up to £130 per day and weekly PAYE; choose your days and avoid long commutes. No umbrella companies and no hidden deductions.

Qualifications

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching in UK primary schools.
• Available for flexible daily and short-term supply work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned lessons in local Lewes schools.
• Support pupils' learning and development in class.
• Manage behaviour calmly and consistently.
• Mark work and provide brief feedback to teachers.

Skills

QTS

UK primary teaching experience

Flexible supply teaching

Job description

Flexible daily and short-term supply teaching in Lewes primary schools. Up to £130 per day, paid weekly via PAYE.

Sussex Teachers is recruiting Qualified Primary Teachers (QTS) for flexible supply teaching jobs in Lewes and the surrounding East Sussex area. This role offers daily and short-term primary supply work across EYFS, KS1, and KS2, depending on your experience and preference. You will work in local Lewes schools, delivering planned lessons, managing the classroom, and supporting pupils' learning.

Pay and Contract Details

• Up to £130 per day
• Paid weekly via PAYE
• Flexible supply work, choose your days
• No umbrella companies
• No hidden deductions

This role is suitable for teachers seeking local, flexible primary teaching work without unnecessary admin or long commutes.

What Primary Supply Teaching in Lewes, BN9, Looks Like

Supply teaching with Sussex Teachers focuses on the core of the job:

• Teaching planned lessons
• Supporting pupils in class
• Managing behaviour calmly and confidently
• Marking work and leaving brief feedback
• Leaving on time

There's no expectation to rewrite policies, attend unnecessary meetings, or take work home.

Getting to Lewes

Lewes is one of the best-connected towns in East Sussex, sitting on the East Coastway Line with two trains an hour to London Victoria and frequent direct services to Brighton, taking around 17 minutes. Trains also run to Eastbourne and, via the branch line, to Seaford. As the county town, with East Sussex County Council and Sussex Police both based here, Lewes has strong road links too, with the A27 and A26 connecting the town to Brighton, Uckfield, and the surrounding villages. Whether you drive or take the train, Lewes is an easy commute from across East Sussex.

Why Teachers Choose Sussex Teachers

• Local Lewes and East Sussex schools
• PAYE, always. Tax, National Insurance and pension handled properly through NEST.
• Flexible working. Work when you want. Say no when you need to.
• One dedicated consultant. One point of contact who understands schools and listens.
• Free CPD, TES EduCare training, including Safeguarding, Child Protection and Prevent Duty.
• No finder's fees. If a school offers you a permanent role, we do not charge them a fee.

Who This Role Suits

This role is ideal if you:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have experience teaching in UK primary schools
• Are adaptable, reliable, and professional
• Are based in, or happy to travel to, Lewes and surrounding East Sussex villages
• Still enjoy being in the classroom

About Sussex Teachers

Sussex Teachers is an independent, family-owned education recruitment agency, established in 2007 and based in Brighton. We are accountable to schools, teachers, local authorities, and our reputation, not shareholders.

At Sussex Teachers, we value diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals. Safeguarding students is essential, and successful applicants will undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'.

Please note that all our pay rates are inclusive of holiday pay at
12.07%.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We appreciate
your understanding and interest in joining Sussex Teachers.