Inspire Young Minds as a Supply Teacher in Poole, Dorset
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Are you a passionate, adaptable educator seeking growth, variety, and balance in your career? Teaching Personnel is inviting dedicated supply teachers to make a real impact in secondary schools across Poole, Dorset—starting September 2025.
Why Choose Teaching Personnel?
UK’s Leading Education Recruitment Agency
Since 1996, we’ve connected hundreds of thousands of educators with schools through our national network of 80 branches, serving over 5,000 schools every year. We offer a service that combines national reach with local support.
Flexibility That Empowers You
With our TP Flex initiative, we champion flexible working—including part-time roles, job shares, staggered hours, and more—creating working options that fit your lifestyle.
Vast Choice and Variety
Whether you prefer day supply, long-term assignments, or exploring schools across different specialisms (including special needs), our roles span primary, secondary, and beyond.
Support for Your Professional Growth
Gain access to our CPD Academy, offering extensive training, development opportunities, and over 200,000 teaching resources to boost your skills and keep you inspired.
Smooth Administration & Reliable Pay
Enjoy streamlined admin through our myTP platform, weekly pay based on your skills and availability, and assistance from a responsive payroll team.
Safe and Trusted Agency
Known for rigorous vetting, quality service, and a strong reputation in safeguarding, we make sure youre set up for success from day one.
Your Role in Poole
As a Supply Teacher, you’ll have the autonomy to:
Cover engaging lessons across various subjects and year groups
Craft inclusive, well-managed learning environments
Support both academic progress and pastoral care
Strengthen student outcomes by collaborating with school teams
All with complete flexibility in when—and where—you teach.
The Flexibility Advantage of Supply Teaching
Work on Your Terms
Choose your assignments and control your schedule—ideal for balancing teaching with other commitments or passions.
Escape the Permanent Workload
Let go of endless marking and planning; supply teaching lets you focus on what matters most—teaching.
Gain Varied, Career-Boosting Experience
Experience new environments daily, build diverse teaching techniques, and grow both your confidence and expertise.
Build a Sustainable Lifestyle
Supply work allows you to reclaim your personal time, pursue hobbies or side ventures, and improve your well-being.
What We’re Looking For
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Experience in secondary education and confident classroom management
Excellent communication and adaptability across school environments
A valid DBS or willingness to obtain one
What You’ll Gain
Full control over when and where you work
Weekly, competitive pay—aligned with your skills and schedule
Access to CPD resources and a simple online platform for admin
A chance to enrich your teaching through variety and innovation
The support of a seasoned, trusted agency dedicated to your growth
Join Us in September 2025
If youre ready to make a meaningful difference—without the constraints of a permanent role—we want to hear from you.
e a meaningful difference—without the constraints of a permanent role—we want to hear from you.
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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