Are you a qualified Primary Teacher looking for greater flexibility?
Can you deliver engaging lessons and quickly build positive relationships with pupils?
Would you like day-to-day supply work with the possibility of securing a longer-term role?
TeacherActive works with a number of welcoming, inclusive and supportive primary schools across Derby and Derbyshire. We are seeking passionate Primary Teachers to provide flexible day-to-day and short-term cover.
This is a great opportunity to experience different school environments, develop your classroom practice and work around your other commitments. Supply bookings can also lead to longer-term roles when the right placement becomes available.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Teaching across Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2
- Delivering lessons using plans and resources provided by the school
- Adapting activities to meet pupils’ individual needs
- Maintaining high expectations of behaviour and achievement
- Creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment
- Supporting pupils with different abilities and backgrounds
- Marking completed work and providing feedback
- Following school policies and safeguarding procedures
The successful Primary Teacher will:
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status/QTS
- Have knowledge of the UK Primary Curriculum
- Be passionate about children’s education and development
- Have strong classroom and behaviour management skills
- Be supportive, inclusive and approachable
- Be flexible and confident working across different settings
- Be reliable and able to adapt quickly
- Hold an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one
- Understand safeguarding, KCSIE and the Prevent Duty, or be willing to undertake relevant CPD training
Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers/ECTs.
Benefits of working with TeacherActive include:
- Flexible work to suit your availability
- Access to opportunities across Derby and Derbyshire
- Day-to-day, short-term and potential long-term placements
- Competitive rates of pay
- A dedicated consultant to support your job search
- Access to CPD courses and safeguarding training
- Support throughout your registration and placements
- A £100 referral bonus when you recommend a friend*
To find out more about flexible Primary Teacher opportunities around Derby, contact Natasha.
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 0115 824 1888
*Terms and conditions apply.
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.

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