Supply Teacher

Supply Teacher

Location: East London
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: M1–UPS3, dependent on experience

• Ready to chalk up a career that gives you an A+ for flexibility?
• Why stay in one classroom when you can be the teacher every school is excited to welcome?
• Could this be your cue to take the register on an adventure packed with inspiring pupils and amazing schools?

TeacherActive is excited to be recruiting for a passionate Supply Teacher to join our growing team this September, supporting an outstanding network of primary schools across East London.

We proudly partner with a large number of fantastic schools throughout Hackney, Tower Hamlets and Newham, all looking for enthusiastic teachers to provide valuable classroom support. Whether you're available for day-to-day cover, short-term assignments or longer-term placements, we'll match you with exciting opportunities that suit your schedule. Every placement offers the chance to experience a new school community, build your confidence, expand your teaching skills and enjoy the variety that supply teaching brings.

Whether you're an experienced educator looking for greater work-life balance or an ECT eager to gain hands-on classroom experience, we have flexible opportunities waiting for you. Our dedicated consultants take the time to understand what you're looking for, ensuring every placement is the right fit while giving you access to some of the most welcoming and supportive schools across East London.

As a Supply Teacher, you'll inspire pupils through engaging lessons, quickly build positive relationships with staff and children, and confidently step into classrooms where your skills and enthusiasm will make a genuine difference from day one.

The ideal Supply Teacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential
• Experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are both encouraged to apply
• Previous teaching experience within a UK primary school
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• A confident, adaptable and enthusiastic approach to teaching
• The ability to establish positive relationships quickly in different school settings
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A commitment to delivering engaging, high-quality learning experiences
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service is desirable, or a willingness to obtain one
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

In return, you can expect:

• A friendly, experienced consultant dedicated to finding opportunities that suit you
• Access to a wide variety of day-to-day, short-term, long-term and permanent teaching opportunities
• Competitive rates of pay in line with M1–UPS3
• Free access to CPD courses and certificates through our My-Progression platform
• Opportunities to work across a fantastic range of primary schools throughout East London
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)

All TeacherActive staff are paid via PAYE, ensuring the correct Tax and National Insurance contributions are made, with no hidden administration fees deducted from your earnings.

Ready to discover where your next classroom could be? Click APPLY NOW, and Shahana Chowdhury will be in touch to discuss this exciting Supply Teacher opportunity in East London.

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About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.