Supply Primary School Teachers

Job Category: Primary
Job Type: Full Time, Part-Time, Temporary
Job Location: St Helens
Pay Rate: £150 – 232.57 per day depending on experience and assignment
Start Date: Opportunities from September 2026

About the role:

EdStaff are building their pool of supply primary teachers ahead of the new academic year. We are supporting a number of primary schools across the St Helens area with supply cover, including on-the-day sickness cover to longer-term full-time positions. We are seeking dedicated, reliable and pro-active teachers for temporary positions across a range of year groups.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ECTs wanting to broaden their teaching experiences or an experienced educator looking for a new or flexible opportunity.

You will be responsible for stepping in to cover in a teacher’s absence and provide continuity of education for primary aged children, creating a safe, engaging and inclusive classroom environment. You should be able to efficiently relationships with both pupils and staff and integrate yourself into new school environments.

Key responsibilities:

* Deliver engaging, inclusive and curriculum focused lessons

* Promote a positive learning environment for all pupils

* Work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff to ensure the best outcomes for pupils

* Be able to step in and deliver pre-planned lessons, sometimes at short notice

* Adhere to school policies and procedures

Person specification:

* Strong classroom and behaviour management skills

* Adaptable and able to think on your feet

* Reliable and punctual with a professional attitude

* Strong knowledge of the national curriculum at KS1 and 2

* Able to efficiently build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues

Essential requirements:

* Right to work in the UK

* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – must state minimum qualification or experience needed

* Experience working within a UK Primary School setting

* Enhanced DBS on the update service or willing to obtain one

* Able to provide references to cover a 2-year period

Why join EdStaff:

* A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your job search

* Weekly pay via PAYE

* Free online CPD accredited learning opportunities

* Local roles—we find schools that suit your needs and location

* The opportunity to build strong relationships with local schools – potential for long-term and permanent positions

* Competitive pay rates

* Refer-a-friend scheme

Edstaff are committed to safeguarding and promoting to welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed