Primary School Supply Teacher
Location: Chester‑le‑Street and surrounding areas
Start: Summer Term or September
Hours: Full-time and Part-time opportunities available
Minimum availability: 2 days per week
Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting Primary Supply Teachers to work across a range of welcoming primary schools in and around Chester‑le‑Street, with opportunities available for the Summer Term as well as a September start. This role is ideal for enthusiastic and adaptable teachers seeking flexible work across Early Years, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
Full-time supply work is available for teachers who are flexible with year groups and school settings, while part-time availability is also welcomed.
Access to your own vehicle is desirable, as you may be required to travel to a variety of schools within the local area.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver engaging and effective lessons across EYFS, KS1 or KS2
* Adapt quickly to different school environments and follow school policies
* Maintain a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom
* Deliver pre-planned lessons or confidently adapt where required
* Manage classroom behaviour in line with school expectations
* Provide clear feedback to schools at the end of each placement
Key Requirements
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
* Experience teaching in UK primary schools (EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2)
* Confidence and flexibility across different year groups
* Availability for a minimum of 2 days per week
* Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
* A professional, proactive and positive attitude
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
* Access to your own vehicle (desirable)
Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel
* Flexible work to suit your availability and work-life balance
* Supply opportunities available for Summer Term and September
* Weekly pay via PAYE – no umbrella companies
* Competitive daily rates
* Free access to CPD and training courses
* Support from a dedicated personal consultant
* Opportunities to work across a wide range of local primary schools
* Potential for long-term and permanent roles
If you’re a committed primary teacher looking for flexible supply work in the Chester‑le‑Street area, whether for the Summer Term or from September, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Teaching Personnel and start making a difference in local primary schools.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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