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Primary Teacher

  • Primary
  • Retford
  • Daily Supply
  • £150 - £240 per day
  • 13 November 2026
  • J563239588-9

Job Description

  • Primary Teacher
  • Retford
  • December 11, 2026

Teachers UK

Primary Teacher – Day-to-Day Supply
Location: Retford, Nottinghamshire
Job Type: Flexible, Day-to-Day Supply
Start Date: ASAP

Are you a passionate Primary Teacher looking for flexible teaching opportunities?

Teachers UK are currently recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Primary Teachers to work on a day-to-day supply basis in primary schools across Retford and the surrounding areas of Nottinghamshire.

This is a fantastic opportunity for qualified teachers who are looking for flexibility, a better work-life balance, or the chance to gain experience in a variety of school settings.
Whether you’re an experienced Primary Teacher, an Early Career Teacher (ECT), or returning to teaching after a career break, we’d love to hear from you!

The Role as a Supply Primary Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging lessons and maintaining a positive learning environment in the absence of the regular class teacher.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Delivering engaging lessons across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and/or Key Stage 2.
  • Following lesson plans and resources provided by the school.
  • Managing classroom behaviour and creating a safe, supportive learning environment.
  • Adapting teaching approaches to meet the needs of pupils with different abilities.
  • Supporting pupils’ academic, social and emotional development.
  • Following school policies and safeguarding procedures.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification.
  • Experience teaching within a primary school setting.
  • Strong classroom management and communication skills.
  • A flexible, reliable and professional approach.
  • The ability to quickly build positive relationships with pupils and school staff.
  • A genuine passion for teaching and supporting children’s development.
  • An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

Applications from Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are warmly welcomed.

Why Work with Teachers UK?

  • Flexible day-to-day supply work to suit your availability.
  • Opportunities to work across a variety of local primary schools.
  • Competitive rates of pay.
  • A friendly and supportive recruitment team.
  • Opportunities to gain experience across different year groups and school settings.
  • Potential opportunities for longer-term and permanent placements.

Apply Today! If you’re a qualified Primary Teacher looking for flexible supply teaching opportunities in Retford, Nottinghamshire, we’d love to hear from you!

Teachers UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and verification of teaching qualifications.

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
 
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
 
As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

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Having worked with Teachers UK over the past 12 months I have been impressed by their ability to provide good quality supply teachers, sometime with the shortest of notice time.

Having worked with Teachers UK over the past 12 months I have been impressed by their ability to provide good quality supply teachers, sometime with the shortest of notice time. Their rates are competitive and my contacts at the agency are friendly and efficient. The timesheet portal works well and I shall be continuing to source supply needs through Teachers UK in the future.

Mrs C Nadin, Sims Manager, Netherthorpe School

I just wanted to thank you for all your invaluable help over the years. You have always sent me great staff, some at very last minute notice and you are always pleasant to deal with especially at the very early start of the morning.

I just wanted to thank you for all your invaluable help over the years. You have always sent me great staff, some at very last minute notice and you are always pleasant to deal with especially at the very early start of the morning. Julie Plumb, Senior Business Assistant, Highfields School.

Highfields School.

I have always found the staff at Teachers UK to be polite and efficient. Communication is always good.

I have always found the staff at Teachers UK to be polite and efficient. Communication is always good.    

Murray Park School

I like Teachers UK as they try to find suitable staff for us, they are honest when they can't.

I like Teachers UK as they try to find suitable staff for us. They are honest when they can't and I do appreciate that they do not persistently try to contact me to enquire whether I need anyone.

Aegir Community School

We've always been happy with the good quality of supply staff. We are very pleased with the overall package.

Very professional team who provide a friendly, reliable service. We've always been happy with the good quality of supply staff. We are very pleased with the overall package.  

Heatherley Primary School

I know that I can rely on Teachers UK for outstanding teachers, LSA's and cover supervisors.

I have used Teachers UK as one of our supply agencies at King Ecgburt School for several years and know that I can rely on them for outstanding teachers, LSA's and cover supervisors. King Ecgbert School

King Ecgbert School