Primary Supply Teacher

Supply Teacher

Job Title: Supply Teacher
Contract: Supply / Temporary / Ad-hoc
Hours: Full-time or Part-time
Location: South/West Yorkshire

Job Purpose

We are seeking enthusiastic, adaptable and committed Supply Teachers to join our schools on a flexible basis. The successful candidate will provide high-quality teaching across a range of classes, ensuring pupils continue to receive a positive and engaging learning experience in the absence of their usual teacher.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and effective lessons in accordance with provided lesson plans and the school's curriculum.

• Maintain a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and consistently, following school policies and procedures.

• Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs and abilities of individual pupils.

• Monitor pupils' progress, understanding and engagement throughout lessons.

• Complete appropriate classroom and lesson records where required.

• Safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils in accordance with school policies.

• Work positively with teaching assistants, support staff and other members of the school team.

• Follow school procedures relating to attendance, safeguarding, health and safety and behaviour.

• Provide clear feedback to the regular class teacher regarding pupils' learning and behaviour where appropriate.

• Be flexible and willing to teach across different year groups or subjects, depending on the school's requirements.

Skills and Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or appropriate teaching qualification.

• Previous teaching experience within a school setting.

• Strong classroom management and communication skills.

• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

• A flexible and adaptable approach to teaching.

• Good organisation and time-management skills.

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• Ability to work confidently and independently when required.

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate will be:

• Enthusiastic and motivated.

• Reliable, punctual and professional.

• Patient and approachable.

• Adaptable and confident in unfamiliar classroom environments.

• Committed to providing high standards of teaching and learning.

• Able to quickly establish positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.

What We Offer

• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.

• The opportunity to work across a range of schools and year groups.

• Opportunities to develop your teaching experience and professional skills.

• Competitive rates of pay, depending on experience and qualifications.