Supply Teacher – Primary Schools
Derby City Centre & Surrounding Areas (DE1)
£150-£190 per day | PAYE | Paid weekly
Immediate and ongoing opportunities available
To apply, you must have the right to work in the UK.
About the Role
Connex Education is currently recruiting Supply Teachers to work across primary schools in Derby city centre and the wider DE1 area.
The new academic year is now underway, and local schools are continuing to require reliable teachers for day-to-day cover, short-term assignments and longer-term placements.
Whether you’re looking for regular work throughout the week or greater flexibility around your availability, we have opportunities across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
As a Supply Teacher, you will deliver planned lessons, maintain a positive classroom environment and ensure pupils continue to receive high-quality teaching in the absence of their usual class teacher.
We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging lessons in line with school planning and the curriculum.
- Maintain a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment.
- Manage behaviour confidently and consistently.
- Adapt quickly to different schools, year groups and classroom routines.
- Keep pupils engaged and support their learning throughout the school day.
- Work professionally and collaboratively with teaching and support staff.
Assignment Details
- Immediate and ongoing opportunities available.
- Flexible full-time and part-time work.
- Day-to-day supply, short-term and long-term placements.
- Work across Derby city centre and the wider DE1 area.
- Opportunities across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
- Choose work that fits around your availability.
Why Work with Connex Education?
- Competitive rates of £150-£190 per day.
- Weekly PAYE pay.
- Free accredited CPD training.
- Flexible work to suit your availability.
- Opportunities across a range of local primary schools.
- Potential for regular work throughout the academic year.
- Ongoing support from your local Connex Education team.
Person Specification
We’re looking for candidates who have:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Recent experience teaching within a UK primary school or completing a UK teacher training placement.
- Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
- Confidence teaching across different year groups and adapting to new environments.
- Excellent communication skills and a professional, reliable approach.
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
All roles are subject to satisfactory background checks, including an Enhanced DBS.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We assess all applicants on merit alone.
Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.
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Supply Primary Supply Teacher – DE1 employer: Connex Education
Connex Education Partnership is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that values each team member's contributions. Working in Lowton provides the unique opportunity to gain meaningful experience in an educational environment, with flexible hours that promote work-life balance. Employees are encouraged to grow professionally, with potential pathways for permanent roles and ongoing development within the education sector.
