Primary Supply Teacher

Job Title: Primary Supply Teacher
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Contract Type: Temporary, Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026
Salary Scale: £130 - £180 per day (Depending on experience)

Are you a passionate and adaptable Primary Supply Teacher looking for flexible teaching opportunities? Do you enjoy working in different school settings while inspiring young learners and delivering high-quality education?

GSL Education Hull branch are currently hiring enthusiastic Primary Supply Teachers to work in primary schools across York and the surrounding areas. Whether you are looking for day-to-day supply, short-term cover, long-term placements, or a role that offers greater flexibility, we can help you find opportunities that suit your lifestyle and career goals.

As a Primary Supply Teacher, you will deliver engaging lessons, maintain a positive classroom environment, and ensure continuity of learning during teacher absences. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) who are passionate about making a positive impact across a variety of primary school settings.

Main Responsibilities as a Primary Supply Teacher:

• Deliver engaging lessons in line with the school's curriculum and lesson plans, or plan lessons where required.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment that supports effective learning.
• Adapt teaching strategies to meet the needs of pupils with varying abilities and learning needs.
• Assess pupil understanding during lessons and provide constructive feedback where appropriate.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, attendance, and student engagement.
• Follow school safeguarding policies and work collaboratively with staff to support pupil wellbeing and achievement.

Primary Supply Teacher Minimum Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching within a primary school setting is desirable, although ECTs are welcome to apply.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• A flexible, reliable, and adaptable approach to working in different school environments.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

Why Work with GSL Education?

• Competitive daily rates of pay, with long-term placements paid to scale from day one.
• Flexible working opportunities to fit around your availability and commitments.
• Access to short-term, long-term, and permanent teaching positions.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression.
• The chance to gain valuable experience across a variety of welcoming primary schools.

If you are an enthusiastic Primary Supply Teacher looking for your next opportunity in York, we would love to hear from you.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that 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.

For more information or to register your interest in ‘Primary Supply Teacher’ 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.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout York.