Primary Teacher in Gillingham, Medway

Qualified Primary Teacher – Medway & Swale | £130–£220 Per Day

Primary Teacher Jobs | QTS | Medway | Swale | Gillingham | Chatham | Rochester | Strood | Sittingbourne | Sheerness

Are you a qualified primary teacher looking for your next role in Medway or Swale?

R&A Education is recruiting enthusiastic and experienced Qualified Primary Teachers with QTS to work with primary schools across Medway, Swale and surrounding Kent areas.

Whether you're looking for daily supply, regular part-time work, a longer-term placement or your next permanent opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

We work with primary schools across Gillingham, Chatham, Rainham, Rochester, Strood, Sittingbourne, Sheerness, Faversham and surrounding areas, giving you access to local opportunities without having to travel miles for work.

What We Offer

• £130–£220 per day
• Flexible work from 1–5 days per week
• Daily supply, short-term and long-term placements
• Primary teaching opportunities across EYFS, KS1 and KS2
• Full-time and part-time opportunities
• Opportunities for PPA cover and class teaching
• Access to local primary schools across Medway and Swale
• Weekly PAYE pay with no hidden deductions
• Free CPD and ongoing professional development
• A dedicated local consultant with 16+ years of education recruitment experience
• Direct, honest communication and support
• The opportunity to choose roles that fit your availability, experience and preferred locations

What We're Looking For

We're looking for qualified teachers who have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Recent experience teaching in a UK primary school
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2 curriculum
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• The ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons
• A positive and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for teaching and supporting children's learning
• A commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

We welcome applications from Early Career Teachers (ECTs), experienced teachers, returning teachers and teachers looking for a change from permanent school life.

Supply Teaching That Works Around You

Supply teaching doesn't have to mean being sent anywhere at short notice.

At R&A Education, we take the time to understand:

• Where you want to work
• How many days you want to work
• The year groups you prefer
• Your teaching experience
• Your availability
• Whether you're looking for daily supply, long-term or permanent work

We'll then look for opportunities that genuinely match what you're looking for.

Why Work With R&A Education?

We're a local, independent education recruitment agency supporting schools across Medway, Swale and Kent.

With 16+ years of education recruitment experience, we understand the local market and the schools we work with.

You won't be treated like just another number on a database.

You'll have a dedicated local consultant who knows your experience, understands your preferences and is available when you need support.

Areas We Cover

Medway: Gillingham, Chatham, Rainham, Rochester, Strood and surrounding areas.

Swale: Sittingbourne, Sheerness, Faversham, Teynham and surrounding areas.

We also support primary schools across wider Kent where suitable opportunities are available.

Apply Today

If you're a Qualified Primary Teacher with QTS looking for teaching jobs in Medway, Swale or surrounding Kent, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're looking for one day a week, regular supply, a long-term placement or your next permanent role, speak to R&A Education today.

Apply now and speak directly with your local education recruitment consultant.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Long-term, Permanent

Salary: £130.00–£220.00 per day

Licence/Certification: QTS (required)

Work Location: Medway, Swale and surrounding Kent areas