Job description
Supply Teacher – Primary
Location: Halstead
Salary: £130 – £230 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Day-to-Day / Long Term, Full-time / Part-time
Are you a passionate and flexible Primary Teacher seeking a varied teaching role? Do you enjoy making a difference in the classroom with engaging and purposeful lessons?
GSL Education are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Primary Supply Teachers to support schools in Halstead from September 2025. Whether you're looking for short-term daily cover or longer-term placements, we have opportunities that offer flexibility, stability, and fulfilment.
As a Primary Supply Teacher, you will deliver high-quality teaching to pupils across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 depending on your expertise. You’ll provide continuity of learning in the absence of class teachers, using prepared plans and maintaining a positive classroom environment. This role suits ECTs and experienced teachers alike who are confident, adaptable, and committed to delivering strong outcomes.
Primary Supply Teacher Responsibilities:
- Teach engaging lessons that meet the needs of all learners across the primary age range
- Manage classroom behaviour effectively in line with school policies
- Follow and deliver prepared lesson plans
- Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment
- Communicate clearly with pupils, staff, and parents as needed
- Mark and assess pupils’ work, providing feedback when required
Requirements for Supply Teacher - Primary:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification
- Experience teaching in EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2 settings as a Primary Supply Teacher
- Strong communication and classroom management skills
- A flexible and professional attitude
- Passion for education and improving outcomes for pupils
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one
Why Join GSL:
- Flexible opportunities to suit your availability
- A network of supportive, welcoming schools
- Dedicated consultants offering personal support and guidance
- Competitive daily pay rates and continuous professional development
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the Supply Teacher – Primary role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.