Year 6 Supply Teachers

Connex Education; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Connex Education is recruiting Year 6 Supply Teachers to work across Taunton and surrounding areas from September 2026. You will deliver engaging Key Stage 2 lessons, support pupils through SATs prep and help them transition to secondary education.

Qualified teachers with KS2 experience and a flexible, professional approach are invited to discuss day-to-day, short-term or long-term placements with Connex Education. The role offers varied opportunities across Taunton and nearby schools.

Qualifications

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• Experience teaching Key Stage 2, ideally Year 6.
• Strong knowledge of KS2 curriculum and assessment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Key Stage 2 lessons.
• Provide full class support and manage behaviour.
• Plan, mark and assess pupil progress as required.
• Prepare pupils for end-of-Key Stage assessments and SATs where required.
• Support pupil wellbeing and transitions to secondary education.
• Collaborate with school staff to support pupils across Taunton area.

Skills

QTS

KS2 teaching

SATs preparation

Classroom management

Planning & assessment

Communication & organisation

Education

UK Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Year 6 Supply Teacher

Location: Taunton & Surrounding Areas
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £140-£300 per day, depending on role and pay scale

About the Role

Connex Education is working in partnership with schools across Taunton and the surrounding areas, including schools within the Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust (BWMAT), to recruit enthusiastic and dedicated Year 6 Supply Teachers from September 2026.

We are looking for qualified teachers who are confident delivering engaging and purposeful Key Stage 2 learning and supporting pupils as they prepare for the transition to secondary school.

Whether you are looking for flexible day-to-day supply, short-term placements or longer-term opportunities, we can offer a variety of roles to suit your experience and availability.

The Role

We are recruiting Year 6 Supply Teachers for opportunities including:

• Day-to-day and short-term supply teaching
• Longer-term Year 6 placements
• Full class responsibility where required
• Planning and delivering engaging Key Stage 2 lessons
• Preparing pupils for end-of-Key Stage assessments and SATs where required
• Marking, assessment and tracking pupil progress
• Supporting positive behaviour and classroom routines
• Working closely with school staff to support pupil progress and wellbeing
• Supporting pupils with the transition from primary to secondary education

Local School Opportunities

The Taunton area includes a number of primary schools within the Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust (BWMAT).

BWMAT is a Church of England multi-academy trust supporting 46 schools across Somerset, North Somerset and Bath and North East Somerset.

BWMAT schools in and around Taunton include:

• St James Church School
• St Andrew's Church School
• Cheddon Fitzpaine Church School
• Norton Fitzwarren Church School
• Staplegrove Church School
• Bishops Lydeard Church School

Working across schools in the Taunton area provides teachers with the opportunity to experience different school communities and develop their Key Stage 2 teaching experience.

What We're Looking For

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential
• Experience teaching in Key Stage 2, ideally Year 6
• Strong knowledge of the Key Stage 2 curriculum
• Confidence supporting pupils with SATs preparation where required
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Confidence with planning, marking and assessment
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A flexible, reliable and professional approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

What Connex Education Offers

• Competitive daily rates of £150-£235
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Flexible roles to suit your availability
• Free access to our Classroom Teacher Toolkit, including over 70 courses
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training
• A variety of roles across Taunton and the surrounding areas
• Progression opportunities and funded qualifications
• Interview guidance and CV support
• Dedicated education consultant
• £200 referral scheme

Whether you are an experienced Year 6 teacher, an ECT or looking to gain further Key Stage 2 experience, we would love to hear from you.

Call: 0117 486 5001
Email: [e-mail]

Get in touch with the Connex Education team to find out about current Year 6 teaching opportunities across Taunton and the surrounding areas.

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.