Primary School Teachers

Primary School Teacher – Flexible supply roles, day-to-day and short-term opportunities starting September 2026

These flexible opportunities are ideal for Primary School Teachers who enjoy variety and want to make a positive impact across different primary school settings. Working on supply allows Primary School Teachers to gain experience across a range of year groups, maintain a healthy work-life balance, and support pupils’ learning without the long-term pressures of a permanent role. These roles are suitable for both experienced teachers and those looking for flexible work from September 2026.

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 as a Primary School Teacher
• Create a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment
• Maintain effective classroom and behaviour management in line with school policies
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of pupils with different abilities
• Support pupils’ academic progress and engagement throughout the school day
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote pupil wellbeing at all times
• Manage classroom routines confidently to ensure continuity of learning
• Provide clear feedback and handover notes to school staff
• Represent Step Teachers professionally while working as a Primary School Teacher

• Qualified Teacher Status or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Experience teaching within a primary school setting
• Confidence teaching across different primary year groups
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Flexible, reliable, and adaptable approach to supply teaching
• Positive communication skills and a proactive attitude
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Ability to adapt quickly to new school environments as a Primary School Teacher

Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Your salary – dependent on experience – is paid weekly through PAYE, meaning no umbrella or self-employed arrangements. You also gain access to a range of exclusive benefits, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more, alongside wellbeing support through our pay portal.