Primary Teacher

Primary Teacher - Full-Time Opportunity

Location: Southampton
Start Date: October 2026
Contract: Full-Time

Are you a passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher looking for a full-time opportunity in Southampton?

Several welcoming and supportive primary schools across Southampton are looking for enthusiastic Primary Teachers to join their teams from October 2026. These roles offer the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils while developing your teaching career within a range of positive school environments.

Opportunities are available across different primary year groups and may include class teaching and PPA cover.

The Role

As a Full-Time Primary Teacher, you will be responsible for:

• Planning and delivering engaging, creative, and effective lessons across the primary curriculum
• Adapting teaching and learning to meet the needs of all pupils, including children with SEN
• Creating a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment
• Promoting positive behaviour and managing the classroom in line with school policies
• Working collaboratively with teaching assistants, colleagues, parents, and other professionals
• Assessing, monitoring, and reporting on pupil progress
• Supporting pupils' academic, social, and emotional development
• Taking responsibility for the planning, delivery, and assessment of your class
• Contributing positively to the wider life of the school

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Previous experience teaching within a primary school setting
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• A flexible, proactive, and positive approach to teaching
• Confidence teaching across a range of primary year groups
• A genuine passion for education and supporting children's development
• The ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Full-time teaching opportunities
• Consistent work from October 2026
• Supportive and welcoming school environments
• Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Access to a wide network of primary schools across Southampton
• Opportunities to develop long-term relationships with schools
• Support to progress and develop your teaching career

How to Apply

If you are a qualified Primary Teacher looking for a full-time teaching opportunity inSouthampton from October 2026, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about the opportunities available and take the next step in your teaching career.

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