Primary Supply Teacher

Connex Education; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

SEND Toolkit access

Classroom Teacher Toolkit access

£200 referral bonus

GCA Approved Supplier

Job summary

Connex Education is recruiting enthusiastic Primary Supply Teachers to support schools in Taunton and surrounding areas from September 2026.

We offer a range of day-to-day, short-term and longer-term supply opportunities with competitive daily pay, weekly PAYE, and access to teaching tools and professional development resources. Join a supportive network within the Bath and Wells MAT, with strong community links and a commitment to pupil wellbeing.

Qualifications

• QTS or pending QTS required.
• Recent primary school teaching experience or placements.
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum and assessment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver day-to-day, short-term and longer-term supply across primary settings.
• Build rapport with pupils and school teams to support learning.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and DBS requirements.

Skills

QTS

Primary teaching experience

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Reliability

Flexible approach

Education

QTS or pending QTS

Job description

Role:Primary Supply Teacher

Location:Taunton and local areas

Salary:£140–£233 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)

Start date:September 2026

About the Role

Are you a passionate and reliable Primary Supply Teacher looking for flexible opportunities in Taunton?

Connex Education is working in partnership with schools across the Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust (BWMAT) to recruit enthusiastic and dedicated Primary Supply Teachers for opportunities starting in September 2026.

We have a range of day-to-day, short-term and longer-term supply opportunities available, making this ideal for teachers who want flexibility, variety, or a route into regular work with local primary schools.

Our partner schools offer welcoming and supportive environments, with strong community links and a shared commitment to high-quality teaching, pupil wellbeing, and positive learning experiences.

Why Join Connex Education?

• Competitive daily pay rates that reward your skills and commitment
• Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions
• Free access to our SEND Toolkit to support your professional development
• Free access to our Classroom Teacher Toolkit, including over 70 training courses
• Supportive school teams that will help you settle in and succeed
• £200 referral bonus
• GCA Approved Supplier

Person Specification

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or pending QTS
• Recent teaching experience, placements, or strong subject knowledge within primary school settingsGood understanding of the primary curriculum, assessment, and effective classroom practice
• A calm, positive approach to behaviour management and the ability to quickly build rapport with pupils and school teams
• Excellent communication skills, reliability, and a flexible approach to working across different school settings
• Current DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for a new one through Connex Education

Protected Characteristics Statement

Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. All candidates are assessed on merit alone. Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.

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.