Supply Teacher

Location: Bowburn

Primary School Supply Teacher – Day-to-Day (Durham Area)

Durham, Chester-le-Street, Birtley, Consett & Stanley
Start: ASAP
Driving preferred

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting flexible and reliable Primary Supply Teachers to work on a day-to-day basis across a variety of welcoming and supportive primary schools in the Durham area.

This is an excellent opportunity for teachers seeking flexibility, variety, and the chance to gain experience across different school settings.

Role Overview

As a Day-to-Day Supply Teacher, you will:

Deliver pre-planned lessons across KS1 and/or KS2
Maintain a positive and engaging classroom environment
Adapt quickly to different school settings and routines
Manage classroom behaviour effectively following school policies
Provide feedback to school staff at the end of each day
Ensure pupils remain on task and supported in their learning

Requirements for the Role

To be considered, you must:

Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Have recent experience teaching within a UK primary school
Be confident teaching across Key Stage 1 and/or Key Stage 2
Be flexible, adaptable, and reliable
Hold a valid DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one)
Ideally hold a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle to travel between schools
Demonstrate strong classroom and behaviour management skills

What Teaching Personnel Offers

✅ Flexible working to suit your availability
✅ Access to a wide network of local schools
✅ Competitive daily rates of pay
✅ Ongoing professional development opportunities
✅ Dedicated support from your personal consultant
✅ Easy-to-use online timesheet system
✅ Opportunity to access long-term and permanent roles

Why Join Us?

Whether you're looking to maintain work-life balance, build experience in a range of schools, or transition back into teaching, this role offers the flexibility and support to help you succeed.

Apply Today

If you're a passionate and adaptable Primary Teacher ready to start immediately, we would love to hear from you!

Apply now with your CV or contact Teaching Personnel for more information.

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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