Primary Supply Teacher – Day-to-Day | Uckfield
Location: Uckfield and surrounding areas
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Flexible Day-to-Day Supply (full-time or part-time availability welcomed)
Pay: £120–£140 per day (competitive rate, dependent on experience)
Are you a qualified Primary Teacher (QTS) based in or near Uckfield and looking for flexible work that still allows you to make a real difference? Local primary schools across the Uckfield area are seeking enthusiastic supply teachers to provide high-quality day-to-day cover and ensure continuity of learning.
This role is ideal for teachers who enjoy variety, adapt quickly to new environments, and value the freedom to choose when and where they work—without compromising on impact.
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Why teach in Uckfield?
• Friendly, welcoming schools with supportive staff teams
• Leadership that values supply teachers and fosters a positive school culture
• Inclusive, child-centred approaches focused on wellbeing and creativity
• Well-resourced classrooms and engaging learning environments
• Strong community feel with polite, motivated pupils
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Your role will include
• Delivering engaging lessons across EYFS, KS1, or KS2
• Quickly adapting to different school routines and classroom settings
• Maintaining continuity of learning in the class teacher’s absence
• Managing behaviour positively to support a calm, productive classroom
• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff
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What day-to-day supply offers you
• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle
• Experience across a range of local primary schools
• Opportunities to develop your teaching practice
• Variety and freedom without long-term planning commitments
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⭐ Why work through Teaching Personnel?
Working with Teaching Personnel gives you access to:
✔ A dedicated consultant offering ongoing support
✔ Competitive weekly pay
✔ A wide range of CPD opportunities, including safeguarding and behaviour management
✔ TP Rewards – discounts on high-street brands, wellbeing services, and more
✔ Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
✔ Full flexibility—you choose when and where you work
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Who we’re looking for
• A qualified Primary Teacher with QTS
• Confidence teaching across EYFS, KS1, or KS2
• A positive, flexible, and proactive attitude
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• A genuine passion for inspiring young learners
Whether you’re an experienced teacher or an ECT looking to build confidence, day-to-day supply in Uckfield offers variety, flexibility, and a rewarding way to grow your teaching career.
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.
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