Supply Teacher

Teach Plus; East London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Plus is recruiting Supply Teachers to cover primary schools across East London from September, offering flexible daily and longer-term placements. You will teach across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 in welcoming schools, with the support of the Teach Plus team throughout assignments.

This role suits those seeking variety and greater control over their week. Required: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and right to work in the UK, enhanced DBS with Update Service.

Qualifications

• QTS is required.
• Previous primary teaching experience is desirable.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Flexible and adaptable approach.
• Enhanced DBS certificate with Update Service.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons as a Supply Teacher
• Follow school policies, routines and lesson plans
• Maintain positive behaviour and high expectations
• Adapt quickly to different schools and year groups
• Support pupils to remain engaged and focused
• Provide continuity of learning during teacher absence

Skills

Classroom management

Flexible and adaptable

Engaging teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Enhanced DBS Update Service

Right to work in the UK

Job description

Supply Teacher
Start Date: September 2026
Location: East London - Newham, Hackney, Tower Hamlets & Waltham Forest
Full-time and Part-time Available
Salary: 150 - 180 per day (depending on experience)

About the role and school

We are currently recruiting Supply Teachers to work across a range of primary schools throughout East London from September. This Supply Teacher opportunity is ideal for teachers looking for flexibility, variety and the ability to choose the type of work that suits them.

As a Supply Teacher, you could work across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 in a variety of welcoming schools, with opportunities ranging from daily supply to short-term and longer-term placements. You will be supported by the Teach Plus team throughout your assignments.

This Supply Teacher role is particularly suited to teachers who want greater control over their working week, are looking to experience different school environments or are considering a longer-term position.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons as a Supply Teacher
• Follow school policies, routines and lesson plans
• Maintain positive behaviour and high expectations
• Adapt quickly to different schools and year groups
• Support pupils to remain engaged and focused
• Provide continuity of learning during teacher absence

Qualifications/Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Previous primary teaching experience is desirable
• Strong classroom management skills
• Flexible and adaptable approach
• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service
• Right to work in the UK