Primary Supply Teacher

Primary Supply Teachers | Flexible Teaching Opportunities | September 2026

Surbiton | Kingston | New Malden | Surrounding Areas

Whether you're looking for complete flexibility, a better work-life balance, or the opportunity to experience a range of excellent local schools, supply teaching offers the freedom to shape your career around your lifestyle.

We're working in partnership with a number of well-established primary schools across Kingston and the surrounding areas who are looking for talented teachers to join their pool of trusted supply staff for September 2026.

Whether you're an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT), you'll have the opportunity to teach across a variety of year groups, gain valuable experience, and build lasting relationships with schools that often lead to longer-term and permanent positions.

What you can expect

• Flexible work to suit your availability – from one day to five days per week.
• A variety of local primary schools, all within your preferred travel area.
• The opportunity to broaden your experience across different year groups and school settings.
• Regular work throughout the academic year with schools that value consistency and quality teaching.
• A dedicated consultant who takes the time to understand the type of schools, locations and work patterns that suit you.

We're keen to hear from teachers who:

• Hold UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or an overseas equivalent recognised for teaching in the UK.
• Have recent experience teaching within UK primary schools.
• Have a secure understanding of the Primary National Curriculum.
• Are adaptable, confident and able to establish positive classroom environments quickly.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, colleagues and school leaders.
• Are committed to delivering engaging, inclusive learning experiences while maintaining high standards of safeguarding.

Why join Teaching Personnel?

At Teaching Personnel, we believe supply teaching should feel personal, professional and rewarding. Our experienced branch has established long-term partnerships with schools across Kingston and surrounding areas, enabling us to offer a consistent flow of work tailored to your preferences.

You'll also benefit from:

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Flexible work that fits around your lifestyle.
• A simple online diary and digital timesheets.
• Free access to our CPD Academy, including courses in Team Teach, Child Psychology, Autism Awareness and more.
• £50 Recommend a Friend bonus for every successful referral.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant throughout your journey.

Apply today If you're ready to enjoy flexible teaching, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV and we'll be in touch to discuss the opportunities available in your area for September 2026.

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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