Job Description

Job Title: Primary Teacher - Flexible Supply, Long-Term & Permanent Roles
Location: Chesterfield & surrounding Derbyshire schools

Are you a qualified Primary Teacher seeking a better balance, more variety, or a fresh route into consistent teaching work? We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and adaptable teachers to work across primary schools in Chesterfield and the surrounding area.

This is a flexible opportunity covering EYFS, KS1, and KS2, with roles ranging from day-to-day supply through to longer-term placements and permanent positions.

You will be working across a variety of welcoming primary school settings, stepping into classrooms where your teaching skills can make an immediate impact. Responsibilities include:

• Delivering engaging lessons across EYFS to Year 6
• Following school planning where provided, or adapting your own teaching when needed
• Maintaining positive behaviour and a productive classroom environment
• Quickly building rapport with pupils and staff in new settings
• Working flexibly across a minimum of 3 days per week
• Taking on daily supply, longer-term cover, or permanent opportunities depending on preference

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential
• Experience teaching within UK primary settings
• Confidence working across the primary age range (EYFS-KS2)
• A flexible, proactive approach to different school environments
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

We support teachers in finding consistent, well-matched roles with real flexibility and security. Benefits include:

• Guaranteed Pay Scheme (GPS) - financial stability even when work is not available, subject to eligibility and agreement
• Highly competitive weekly pay with transparent rates
• Access to a wide network of Chesterfield and Derbyshire primary schools
• Flexible working patterns to suit your availability (minimum 3 days per week)
• Dedicated education consultant providing ongoing support and tailored placements
• Long-term and permanent job opportunities as well as daily supply
• Free CPD and training courses, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and curriculum support
• Fast and efficient registration process so you can start work quickly
• Strong reputation in education recruitment, with long-standing school relationships

If you're a Primary Teacher looking for flexibility, stability through the Guaranteed Pay Scheme, and access to a wide range of school settings in Chesterfield, we would love to hear from you.

Register today with Tradewind Recruitment and take the next step in your teaching career.