Supply Teacher Opportunities - January 2026
Are you coming to the end of a long-term supply teaching role?
Feeling unsure about your current position?
Or perhaps you're ready for a fresh opportunity with a trusted, supportive agency?
If this sounds like you, Academics would love to help.
We work in close partnership with a wide range of welcoming primary schools across Handsworth, Aston, Lozells, Newtown, Perry Barr, Great Barr, Sutton Coldfield, Erdington, Kingstanding, and nearby areas.
Who We're Looking For
We're eager to support Primary Supply Teachers who are:
Calm, professional, and reliable
Passionate about putting children first
Proactive and confident in using their own initiative
Skilled classroom practitioners with strong behaviour management
Early Career Teachers (ECTs) Welcome
ECTs are strongly encouraged to apply. We provide ongoing guidance and support, including access to long-term placements that can count towards induction. Many of our ECTs go on to secure permanent roles through Academics.
Why Work with Academics?
We're proud of our reputation for:
Helping supply teachers progress into long-term or permanent positions
Being a preferred agency that schools return to year after year
What You'll Need
To be considered, you must have:
QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
Recent experience teaching in a primary school setting
If you're looking for a new beginning in January 2026, let Academics support you throughout the next stage of your supply teaching journey