Early Years Teacher

EYFS Supply Teacher

Location: Leicester and Leicestershire
Pay Scale: £140 - £220 per day (depending on experience and assignment) inclusive of rolled-up holiday pay
Start Date: ASAP / September 2026
Contract Type: Temporary | Full-Time or Part-Time

GSL Education Leicester are currently recruiting EYFS Supply Teachers to work across a range of welcoming and supportive primary schools throughout Leicester and Leicestershire. We are seeking dynamic, enthusiastic, and nurturing educators who can provide high-quality teaching and learning experiences within Early Years settings.

Whether you are looking for day-to-day supply, short-term cover, or longer-term placements, we can offer flexible opportunities to suit your availability and career goals.

Our partner schools include a variety of primary schools and academy trusts across Leicester and Leicestershire. These schools are committed to providing stimulating and inclusive Early Years environments where children are encouraged to grow in confidence, develop essential skills, and establish a lifelong love of learning. Many schools are easily accessible via local transport links and major road networks.

The successful EYFS Supply Teacher will be working as part of supportive and dedicated school teams, delivering engaging learning opportunities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.

We are looking to recruit an EYFS Supply Teacher who is confident in managing classroom routines, supporting children's development, and creating positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK.
• Have experience teaching within an EYFS setting.
• Demonstrate a secure understanding of the EYFS Framework.
• Be creative, enthusiastic, and passionate about early years education.
• Have strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

It is noteworthy that schools may also consider applications from ECTs (Early Career Teachers) and OTTs (Overseas Trained Teachers) where appropriate.

Supply teaching offers a range of benefits, including:

• Flexibility to choose assignments that suit your lifestyle.
• A healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunities to gain experience in a variety of school settings.
• The chance to develop your skills and broaden your professional network.
• Pathways into long-term and permanent teaching positions.

• Competitive daily rates of £140 - £220 per day inclusive of rolled-up holiday pay.
• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities.
• Access to accredited education-relevant CPD courses and professional development.
• Support from a dedicated consultant with over 20 years of teaching experience who understands the realities of the classroom.
• Ongoing career guidance and personalised support throughout your placements.

Please note that the advertised pay rates include rolled-up holiday pay, paid in accordance with current agency worker regulations.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or completing an application for a new check.

We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses. In addition to that, GSL Education is currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (T&Cs apply).

For more information or to register your interest in this EYFS Supply Teacher role, or to be considered, please click 'Apply Now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education is committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Leicester and Leicestershire.