Supply Teacher. Job in Taunton Education & Training Jobs

Location: Taunton

Salary: £140 - £233 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)

Start Date: September 2026

To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK.

About the Role

Connex Education is recruiting passionate and adaptable Secondary Supply Teachers for opportunities starting in September 2026. We are currently supporting a number of friendly and inclusive secondary schools in Taunton and the surrounding areas, with roles available on both a short-term and long-term basis from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic Secondary Supply Teachers looking to further their career within supportive school environments that value high-quality teaching, inclusion, and pupil achievement.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and effective lessons across a range of secondary subjects and year groups, in line with school planning.
• Maintain continuity of learning by following lesson plans and adapting teaching where required to meet pupils' needs.
• Adapt teaching and learning activities to support pupils with SEND and additional learning needs.
• Create a positive and purposeful learning environment that promotes curiosity, discussion, and good behaviour.
• Use effective classroom management, questioning, and differentiated activities to keep pupils engaged and on task.
• Provide feedback to school staff where appropriate and support pupils' progress during your placement.
• Build positive working relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues to promote learning and wellbeing.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) preferred, although strong secondary teaching experience will also be considered.
• A flexible, confident, and engaging teaching style with the ability to adapt quickly to different school settings.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to deliver high-quality learning experiences across the secondary phase.
• Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within the classroom.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one through Connex Education.

Why Join Connex Education?

• Competitive daily rate PAYE paid weekly.
• Free access to our Classroom Teacher Toolkit skills development package comprising over 70 courses.
• Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom.
• Career progression via our Care to Classroom setting conversion course.
• A variety of different roles to suit your needs and work around your lifestyle.
• Progression opportunities and funded formal qualifications.
• Interview guidance and support with CV writing.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. All candidates are assessed 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.