Primary Teachers Required

Yorkshire and Humber/ contract / £140 - 180 per day

Primary Supply Teacher – Wakefield
Location: Wakefield
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £140 - £180 per day (dependent on experience)

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Are you a passionate Primary Supply Teacher looking for flexible work from September?

Do you enjoy teaching across different year groups while maintaining a healthy work-life balance?

Are you looking for day-to-day, long-term or permanent opportunities in welcoming primary schools across Wakefield?

Teacher Active is currently recruiting enthusiastic and adaptable Primary Supply Teachers to support a wide range of mainstream primary schools throughout Wakefield. Whether you're an experienced teacher looking for flexibility or an ECT eager to build classroom experience, we have opportunities to suit you.

Working as a Primary Supply Teacher with Teacher Active gives you the chance to teach across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 in a variety of school settings, with bookings ranging from single-day cover to long-term placements and even permanent opportunities.

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or equivalent

Experience teaching in UK primary schools

Strong classroom and behaviour management skills

A flexible, positive and professional approach

An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Competitive daily rates of £150 - £180 per day

Day-to-day, long-term and permanent opportunities

Flexible work to fit around your lifestyle

A dedicated education consultant who knows your local area

Access to CPD and professional development opportunities

£100 referral bonus when you recommend a friend (T&Cs apply)

Whether you're looking to work one day a week or secure a long-term role from September, we'd love to hear from you.

About Teacher Active

Teacher Active is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, s and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.