Primary Teacher

Job Title: Primary Teacher

Location: Cockermouth

Start Date: September 2026 or Immediate Start

Salary: £140 - £200 per day

Can you inspire young minds with an engaging teaching style?

Do you have strong classroom management and a sound knowledge of the Primary Curriculum?

Are you looking for a long-term or permanent Primary Teacher role within supportive schools across Cumbria?

TeacherActive is proud to be expanding across Cumbria and working in partnership with several welcoming Primary Schools throughout Cockermouth and the surrounding areas. These schools are committed to creating positive and engaging learning environments where pupils are encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally, supported by dedicated leadership teams and strong school communities.

The schools are looking to appoint enthusiastic Primary Teachers for both long-term and permanent opportunities, with September 2026 and immediate starts available. The successful Primary Teacher will have the opportunity to work within either Key Stage 1 / KS1 or Key Stage 2 / KS2 depending on preference, delivering high-quality lessons, promoting pupil progress and maintaining excellent classroom standards.

The successful Primary Teacher will have:

• QTS (ECTs are also welcomed to apply)

• Primary teaching experience within a UK school setting

• Sound knowledge of the Primary Curriculum

• Excellent classroom management skills

• The ability to plan and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons

• A positive, flexible and proactive approach to teaching

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply

• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

• Market leading rates of pay

• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

EMAIL: [email protected]

CONTACT NUMBER: 0191 580 7888

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.

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

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.