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Supply Teacher

Job description

Supply Teacher - Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire

£150-£200 per day (DOE)
Full-time / Part-time | Immediate & Ongoing Roles

Simply Education is looking for reliable, flexible and confident Supply Teachers to work across a range of welcoming secondary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme and the surrounding Staffordshire area. This is an excellent role for qualified teachers or experienced cover staff who are comfortable delivering mixed-lesson cover using pre‑prepared work across KS3-KS4.

We can offer daily supply, short-term cover, and long-term placements, depending on your preferences and availability.

Location & School Information

  • Secondary schools in Newcastle-under-Lyme and nearby areas
  • Supportive departments with strong behaviour policies
  • General cover across multiple subjects (all work provided)
  • KS3-KS4 mixed classes
  • Roles available due to staff absences, school growth and long‑term requirements
  • Ofsted ratings vary across partner schools

Start Dates & Contract Options

  • Immediate start dates
  • April and September roles also available
  • Daily, short-term and long-term cover
  • Temp‑to‑perm opportunities in select schools
  • Both full‑time and part‑time roles considered

Hours & Working Pattern

  • Monday to Friday
  • Typical hours: 8:15am-3:30pm
  • Part‑time availability welcome

Salary & Pay

  • £150-£200 per day
  • PAYE available
  • Pay depends on experience and responsibility

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver pre‑planned lessons across a range of subjects
  • Maintain a positive, calm and structured classroom environment
  • Ensure students stay on task and complete set work
  • Manage behaviour in line with school policies
  • Support learners across KS3-KS4
  • Follow safeguarding procedures at all times
  • (Long‑term roles may include some marking and pastoral duties)

Requirements

  • QTS / QTLS / relevant teaching qualification or strong recent secondary cover experience
  • Confident covering mixed lessons
  • Good behaviour management and classroom presence
  • Reliable, flexible and professional
  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

What Simply Education Offers

  • FREE CPD including Safeguarding & Behaviour Management
  • Access to the GPS portal
  • Direct support from Josh, Branch Manager
  • Roles tailored to your schedule and experience
  • Strong partnerships with secondary schools across Newcastle-under-Lyme

Benefits

  • Competitive daily pay
  • Flexible working options
  • Long‑term and temp‑to‑perm roles
  • Ongoing pastoral and professional support

Refer a Friend Scheme

  • Supply referrals: Friend completes 10 days → You get £125 Amazon voucher | They get £75
  • Permanent referrals: Friend completes 12‑week term → You get £250 Amazon voucher

How to Apply

To apply for this Supply Teacher position, please submit your CV via this advert.

For more information, contact Josh at Simply Education:
Email:
Phone: 01270 917085
WhatsApp: 07506 705017

Please note: All applicants must hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS, supply two recent professional references, and complete a full safeguarding‑compliant application.