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.