Job Description

Ready for a fresh start this September without the commitment of a permanent contract?

Spencer Clarke Group is working in partnership with a number of welcoming and supportive secondary schools across Lancashire, Blackpool, Fylde Coast, Preston, Blackburn, Chorley, South Ribble, Wigan, Bolton and Greater Manchester who are looking to appoint talented teachers for long-term supply roles starting in September 2026.

Whether you're an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to gain valuable classroom experience or an experienced teacher seeking greater flexibility and work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.

We are recruiting teachers across a wide range of subjects, including:

• English
• Mathematics
• Science (Biology, Chemistry & Physics)
• Geography
• History
• Religious Education (RE)
• Modern Foreign Languages (French, Spanish & German)
• Design & Technology
• Food Technology
• Art & Design
• Computing & ICT
• Business Studies
• Music
• Drama
• Physical Education (PE)
• Cover Supervisors and General Cover Teachers

As a Long-Term Supply Teacher, you'll become an integral member of the school community, delivering engaging lessons while enjoying the flexibility that supply teaching offers.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, curriculum-led lessons.
• Creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Assessing, monitoring and reporting on pupil progress.
• Managing behaviour effectively in line with school policies.
• Differentiating lessons to meet the needs of all learners.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Contributing to departmental meetings, parents' evenings and wider school life where required.

We're keen to speak with teachers who have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching within UK secondary schools.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Passion for inspiring young people to achieve their potential.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

ECTs are encouraged to apply.

At Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on matching great teachers with great schools.

When you register with us, you'll benefit from:

• Long-term assignments with the potential to become permanent.
• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly.
• Opportunities across a wide network of secondary schools and academies.
• A dedicated Education Consultant who understands your subject specialism.
• Honest career advice and interview preparation.
• Ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Access to a variety of roles to suit your availability and career aspirations.

Whether you're looking for one school for the academic year or wanting to explore different settings before committing permanently, we're here to help.

If you're considering your next teaching opportunity for September 2026, we'd love to speak with you.

Apply today with your CV, or contact our Education team for a confidential discussion about the opportunities available in your area.