Part-Time Supply Teachers – Tower Hamlets & Surrounding Areas
Location: Tower Hamlets and neighbouring boroughs (e.g. Hackney, Newham, Bethnal Green)
Pay: £150–£200 per day (PAYE)
Start Date: Flexible – Ongoing opportunities
Contract Type: Part-time | Choose your availability | Short-term & long-term bookings
Are you a qualified primary teacher looking for flexible part-time work that offers both consistency and opportunity?
Do you enjoy the variety of day-to-day teaching with the potential to grow into a more permanent position?
TeacherActive is working with a number of vibrant and inclusive primary schools in and around Tower Hamlets who are looking for reliable and enthusiastic Part-Time Supply Teachers across EYFS, KS1, and KS2.
What We Offer:
Excellent Daily Pay: £150–£200 per day (dependent on experience and role)
Flexible Work: Choose which days you work – perfect for work-life balance
Consistent Bookings: Regular supply in familiar schools or varied placements if you prefer
Opportunity for Growth: Many supply roles lead to long-term or permanent posts
Local Schools: Work within Tower Hamlets and surrounding areas – no long commutes
Support from an Experienced Consultant who understands your preferences and career goals
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
Deliver engaging and pre-planned lessons aligned with the National Curriculum
Ensure effective classroom management and maintain a positive learning environment
Adapt quickly to new school settings and follow each school's policies and procedures
Mark all completed classwork and leave brief handover notes for the returning teacher
Provide support to pupils and respond to their individual learning needs
Liaise with support staff and SLT when necessary to ensure smooth transitions
Be punctual, professional, and proactive in all school environments
✅ Ideal Candidate:
Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Has recent experience teaching in UK primary schools (EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2)
Is confident managing a classroom independently and delivering lessons at short notice
Can complete all required marking and handover professionally
Is open to opportunities for longer-term roles and progression
Brings a positive, flexible, and professional attitude to each placement
Whether you're looking for flexible part-time work, regular supply days, or a route into a more permanent teaching role, we’re here to support your journey.
Apply Now
Take control of your teaching career and join our Tower Hamlets supply network.
Send your CV or contact David Keogh at
for more information.
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services