Supply Teacher

Location: Chelmsford, Essex and Surrounding Areas
Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Daily Supply, Short-Term & Long-Term Opportunities
Salary: £140-£160 per day

Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic Secondary Teacher looking for flexible teaching opportunities in Chelmsford? We are seeking passionate Secondary Supply Teachers to support a range of welcoming and well-established secondary schools across Chelmsford and the surrounding areas.

Whether you're looking for the flexibility of day-to-day supply or the consistency of a long-term placement, we can match you with opportunities that suit your experience, subject specialism and availability.

We welcome applications from experienced teachers, Early Career Teachers (ECTs), and teachers returning to the profession. Opportunities are available across a wide range of subjects, including English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Geography, History, Modern Foreign Languages, Computing, PE, Design Technology, Art, Music and Business Studies.

As a Secondary Supply Teacher, you will provide high-quality teaching and ensure continuity of learning during staff absences. You will quickly adapt to different school environments, delivering engaging lessons while maintaining high expectations for behaviour and achievement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering pre-planned lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to teach Key Stage 5 where appropriate.
• Teaching within your subject specialism or providing general classroom cover.
• Maintaining a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Managing classroom behaviour in accordance with each school's behaviour policy.
• Encouraging student participation and supporting positive learning outcomes.
• Providing feedback to permanent teaching staff following lessons.
• Building positive relationships with students, colleagues and school leadership teams.
• Adhering to all safeguarding and child protection procedures.

You will work across a variety of secondary schools in Chelmsford and the surrounding areas, including:

• Comprehensive secondary schools.
• Academies and multi-academy trusts.
• High-performing schools and schools on improvement journeys.
• Schools with strong pastoral support and positive learning environments.
• Settings offering a broad and balanced curriculum.

Assignments range from daily supply bookings to long-term placements, with opportunities to secure permanent roles where appropriate.

Successful candidates will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching within UK secondary schools.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Strong communication and organisational abilities.
• The flexibility and confidence to adapt to different school settings.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people's education and development.

Applications are encouraged from:

• Experienced Secondary Teachers.
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs).
• Subject specialists across all curriculum areas.
• Teachers seeking flexible, part-time or full-time work.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Recent professional references.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

• Competitive daily rates of £140-£220.
• Flexible assignments to fit around your availability.
• Daily, short-term and long-term placements.
• Weekly PAYE pay with no hidden deductions.
• A dedicated education consultant offering ongoing support.
• Access to CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunities to work in a variety of local secondary schools.
• Potential pathways into long-term and permanent teaching positions.

Supply teaching offers the opportunity to experience a range of schools while maintaining flexibility and a healthy work-life balance. It is an excellent way to broaden your experience, build relationships with local schools and explore future career opportunities, all while continuing to make a positive difference in students' education.

If you're a motivated Secondary Teacher looking for flexible opportunities in Chelmsford and the surrounding areas, we'd love to hear from you. Whether you're available for occasional supply work or looking for a long-term placement, we have a range of opportunities ready for you.

Apply today and become part of our network of dedicated education professionals supporting secondary schools across Chelmsford and Essex.