Flexible Primary Supply Teachers – EYFS / KS1 / KS2
St Austell & Surrounding Areas
Short‑Term & Ongoing Opportunities | After Easter & Beyond
£130–£145 per day (PAYE) – Higher Rates Available for Longer‑Term Roles
Are you a Primary Teacher looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle?
Would you like the freedom of supply teaching, with the option to step into longer‑term roles when it suits you?
Teaching Personnel are working with a range of friendly, inclusive primary schools across the St Austell area, offering regular supply opportunities across EYFS, KS1 and KS2. These roles are ideal for teachers seeking variety, flexibility and a positive work‑life balance, without the pressures of full‑time commitment.
Whether you’re an experienced teacher or an ECT, supply teaching can be a fantastic way to build experience, explore schools, or simply enjoy teaching again.
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The Role – Day‑to‑Day Primary Supply Teacher
As a supply teacher, you will:
* Deliver pre‑planned lessons across EYFS, KS1 or KS2
* Create a calm, positive and engaging classroom environment
* Adapt quickly to different school settings and learning needs
* Build positive relationships with pupils and staff
* Uphold strong standards of behaviour, safeguarding and professionalism
Short‑term supply typically involves no planning or marking, while longer‑term placements may include this with increased pay rates.
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Why Choose Flexible Supply Work?
* Work around your schedule — choose the days you want
* Competitive daily pay with weekly PAYE payment
* Reduced planning and marking responsibilities
* Opportunity to work in a variety of local schools
* Ideal for improving work‑life balance or gaining classroom experience
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What We’re Looking For
We’re keen to hear from teachers who:
* Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
* Are confident teaching at least one primary key stage
* Have strong classroom and behaviour management skills
* Are adaptable, reliable and positive in new environments
* Share a child‑centred, inclusive teaching approach
* Are committed to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
ECTs are very welcome to apply — supply can be an excellent way to gain confidence and experience in different school settings.
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Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
At Teaching Personnel, we take a people‑first approach. We listen to what you want and match you with schools that suit your teaching style, availability and career goals.
* Transparent PAYE pay (no umbrella companies)
* Dedicated local consultant support
* Access to CPD and training
* Opportunities for short‑term and longer‑term placements
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Location
Roles available in and around:
* St Austell
* Par
* Tywardreath
* Bodmin
* Surrounding Mid‑Cornwall areas
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Apply Today
If you’re looking for flexible primary teaching work in the St Austell area, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or get in touch to discuss current opportunities and availability :)
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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