Job Description

Secondary Supply Teacher - Durham

Location: Durham, County Durham
Company: Tradewind Recruitment
Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, and Flexible Supply
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: .78 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking passionate and adaptable Secondary Supply Teachers to support a variety of secondary schools across Durham from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking to gain valuable classroom experience while enjoying the flexibility that supply teaching offers.

As a Secondary Supply Teacher, you will deliver engaging and effective lessons across Key Stages 3-5 within your subject specialism. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of behaviour, ensuring continuity of learning, and creating a positive classroom environment where students can thrive. Opportunities are available in a range of school settings, including academies, community schools, and multi-academy trusts.

What We Offer:

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your lifestyle
• Access to a wide network of secondary schools across Durham
• Free CPD training, webinars, and professional development courses
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
• Opportunities for long-term, temporary, and permanent roles
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching within UK secondary schools
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
• Two recent professional references
• A genuine passion for education and supporting young people
• The flexibility and confidence to work in a variety of school environments

Join Tradewind Recruitment and start the new academic year with exciting opportunities across Durham's secondary schools.

For more information, contact James Pullar on (phone number removed).