Supply Teacher

Are you a qualified Primary Teacher looking for flexible work close to home? Whether you're an experienced teacher, newly qualified, returning to the classroom, or simply looking for a better work-life balance, we're looking to recruit reliable and enthusiastic Supply Teachers to work in primary schools across Sutton and Merton. We partner with local schools to offer regular work in areas that suit you best, helping you work within your local community.

As a Supply Teacher, you'll deliver pre-planned lessons across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, ensuring pupils receive engaging, high-quality learning in the absence of their class teacher. Roles range from day-to-day cover to short-term placements, providing flexibility to choose a pattern that fits your lifestyle. Whether you want to work one day a week or five, we will help you find the right opportunities.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Delivering pre-prepared lessons across a variety of year groups.
• Creating a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively and maintaining high expectations.
• Following school policies and safeguarding procedures.
• Providing clear handover notes at the end of the day.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and school staff.

No planning or marking is required for the majority of our daily supply bookings, allowing you to focus on teaching.

Supply teaching offers flexibility and freedom from the heavier workload of a permanent class teacher role. It’s ideal if you’re seeking a better work-life balance, want to gain experience in different schools, or prefer the freedom to choose when and where you work.

Many teachers enjoy variety and the opportunity to build strong relationships with local schools, often leading to regular bookings and longer-term opportunities.

To be considered, you’ll need:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Recent experience teaching in UK primary schools.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A flexible, positive and professional approach.
• A genuine passion for teaching and supporting children’s learning.

• Market-leading daily rates of pay.
• Flexible work to fit around your availability.
• Local placements across Sutton and Merton, reducing travel time.
• Access to a wide network of friendly and supportive primary schools.
• Opportunities for daily supply, short-term cover and long-term placements.
• A dedicated consultant who takes the time to understand what you’re looking for and matches you with schools that suit your preferences.

If you’re a qualified Primary Teacher looking for flexible, local work in Sutton or Merton, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re seeking regular daily supply, occasional work or your next long-term opportunity, get in touch to secure rewarding teaching opportunities close to home.

We aim to respond to all applications within three working days. If you have not been contacted within this timeframe, your application may be unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a recruitment business advertising this vacancy on behalf of its client.