Secondary Supply Teacher

Secondary Supply Teacher – Plymouth

Location: Plymouth
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Pay: £120 - £150 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Contract: Flexible supply work with long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities available

Are you a passionate and adaptable teacher looking for flexible work in secondary schools across Plymouth? We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Secondary Supply Teachers to support local schools on a short-term, long-term, and temp-to-perm basis. This role is ideal for experienced teachers, early career teachers (ECTs), and retired teachers looking to remain active in education.

The Role:

As a Secondary Supply Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging and high-quality lessons across a range of subjects, following school curriculum guidelines.
• Adapt quickly to different classroom environments, ensuring a positive and inclusive learning experience for all students.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively, maintaining a productive and respectful atmosphere.
• Follow lesson plans provided by the school or create your own where required.
• Mark and assess students’ work when necessary, providing constructive feedback to support learning.
• Work closely with school staff to ensure continuity of learning and a seamless transition for students.
• Build strong relationships with students, promoting enthusiasm and engagement in lessons.

What We’re Looking For:

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent – applications from ECTs are welcome.
• Experience teaching in a secondary school setting, with strong subject knowledge in your specialism.
• The ability to adapt to different classroom environments and year groups as needed.
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
• A proactive and flexible approach to teaching and learning.
• A commitment to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Why Choose Supply Teaching?

• Flexible work – choose when and where you want to work.
• Variety of schools – experience different school environments across Plymouth.
• No long-term commitment – perfect for work-life balance or gaining experience before committing to a permanent role.
• Competitive daily pay – based on experience and responsibilities.
• Opportunity for temp-to-perm roles – if you find a school that’s the right fit, there may be an opportunity to transition into a permanent position.

Whether you are an experienced teacher looking for flexibility or an ECT wanting to gain more classroom experience, this is a fantastic opportunity to work with supportive schools across Plymouth.

Apply today to join our supply teaching team!

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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