Job Description

Flexible Teaching Opportunities - September 2026 Start - 1-5 Days Per Week

Are you a qualified Primary Teacher looking for the flexibility to choose when and where you work?

Tradewind Recruitment is a leading education recruitment agency with strong partnerships across Chesterfield and the surrounding areas. We are looking to expand our team of reliable and enthusiastic Primary Supply Teachers ready for the new academic year in September 2026.

Whether you're seeking the occasional day's work or a full weekly schedule, we can offer opportunities that fit around your availability. You'll have the chance to teach across a range of primary settings, delivering lessons from Early Years through to Year 6, while gaining valuable experience in a variety of schools.

• Providing high-quality classroom cover for teacher absence.
• Teaching pupils across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
• Creating a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Following lesson plans and school policies to ensure continuity of learning.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and school staff.

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Have recent experience teaching within UK primary schools.
• Are confident teaching children from Early Years to Year 6.
• Can quickly adapt to different school environments.
• Have excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or are willing to obtain one.

As one of the UK's most respected education recruitment specialists, we offer much more than just supply work:

• Excellent rates of daily pay, paid weekly.
• Complete flexibility - work from just one day to five days per week.
• Access to a wide network of primary schools throughout Chesterfield and the surrounding areas.
• A dedicated education consultant who will take the time to understand your preferences.
• Simple online registration, allowing you to complete the process from home.
• Free access to thousands of accredited CPD courses through The National College.
• Easy-to-use online timesheets.
• Opportunities to secure long-term, short-term and day-to-day assignments.
• Access to our Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions.
• Generous Refer a Friend rewards.
• Ongoing support and career guidance whenever you need it.

If you're an experienced teacher, newly qualified, or returning to the classroom after a career break, we'd love to help you find rewarding supply opportunities in local schools.

Apply today with your full CV to join Tradewind Recruitment and be ready for exciting teaching opportunities across Chesterfield from September 2026.