Flexible Supply Staff

Flexible Primary Teachers & Teaching Assistants

Love working in education but want more flexibility?

At Teaching Personnel, we pride ourselves on working alongside some of the best teachers and teaching assistants to provide high-quality support across primary schools throughout Dorset, in particular Salisbury & surrounding areas.

We are currently looking for passionate, reliable and adaptable educators who love working with children and being part of school life, but may not want all of the additional responsibilities that come with a permanent teaching role.

Whether you are looking to work 1 day a week, 5 days a week, or anything in between, we would love to hear from you!

Why work with Teaching Personnel?

• Flexible work to fit around your lifestyle and commitments
• Opportunities across a range of primary schools in Dorset
• No expectation to take on full planning and marking responsibilities for daily supply work
• The opportunity to experience different schools, year groups and environments
• Competitive rates of pay based on your experience and qualifications
• Support from a dedicated recruitment consultant
• Access to Teaching Personnel's CPD and training opportunities
• Weekly pay
• Opportunities for both short-term and longer-term placements

Who are we looking for?

We welcome applications from:

• Qualified Teachers with QTS
• ECTs looking to gain experience
• Experienced Teaching Assistants
• HLTA-qualified staff
• Educators with previous primary school experience
• Individuals who are passionate about supporting children's learning and development

You don't need to be available every day – if you can offer even one day a week, we'd still love to hear from you.

Vetting & safeguarding requirements:

As an education recruitment agency, we have a comprehensive vetting process that all candidates must successfully complete before working in schools.

This includes the relevant identity, right to work, qualification, reference and safeguarding checks, alongside an Enhanced DBS check where required. These processes are in place to ensure we meet our safeguarding responsibilities and remain compliant with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

Our team will guide you through the process from start to finish and explain exactly what is required.

Pay & Benefits:

Pay varies depending on your experience, qualifications and the type of role you undertake.

Whether you're looking for occasional supply work or want to build a regular working week, Teaching Personnel can help you find opportunities that work for you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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