At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging lessons and support pupils in various primary schools.
- Company: Tradewind Recruitment, connecting teachers with supportive schools.
- Benefits: Flexible work schedule, competitive pay, and access to CPD courses.
- Other info: Ongoing support and opportunities for longer-term positions available.
- Why this job: Choose your working days and gain diverse teaching experience.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and recent primary teaching experience required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Location: Islington, North London
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Daily Supply / Day-to-Day
Pay: £160-£190 per day PAYE
Days: 1-5 days per week
Are you a qualified Primary Teacher looking for flexible day-to-day work across Islington? Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Primary Supply Teachers to work across a range of welcoming and supportive primary schools throughout the London Borough of Islington from September.
Whether you're looking to work one or two days a week alongside other commitments, or you're available five days a week and want regular supply work, we have flexible opportunities to suit your availability.
The Role
- Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons using pre-planned resources.
- Cover classes across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, from Nursery through to Year 6.
- Maintain a positive and well-managed classroom environment.
- Follow school policies and procedures.
- Support pupils with their learning and development.
- Adapt quickly to different schools, classes and classroom environments.
- Build positive relationships with pupils and school staff.
- Most day-to-day supply bookings involve pre-planned lessons, meaning there is generally minimal planning and marking required.
We Are Looking For
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
- Recent experience teaching within UK primary schools.
- Confidence teaching across EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2.
- Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A flexible, reliable and adaptable approach.
- The ability to quickly build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
- An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
- ECTs are welcome to apply, as well as experienced teachers and those returning to teaching.
Why Choose Day-to-Day Supply?
- Choose the days you want to work.
- Work anywhere from 1-5 days per week.
- Gain experience across a variety of Islington primary schools.
- Minimal planning and marking.
- Flexible work around your existing commitments.
- Opportunities to secure regular, longer-term and permanent positions.
- Work across a range of welcoming and well-established schools.
Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?
- Competitive daily rates of pay.
- Weekly PAYE payments.
- A dedicated consultant who understands your requirements.
- Access to a wide range of primary teaching opportunities across London.
- Regular work opportunities throughout the academic year.
- Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses through The National College.
- Ongoing support throughout your assignments.
- Support with CVs, interviews and career development.
If you're a qualified Primary Teacher looking for flexible day-to-day work across Islington from September, we'd love to hear from you.
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