Supply Teacher

Role: Secondary Supply Teacher
Location: Brighton and Hove
Contract: Part-Time / Flexible Supply
Start Date: Ongoing from September 2026
Daily Rate: £120 – £145

Supply Desk is working in partnership with a number of welcoming and supportive secondary schools across Brighton and Hove, who are seeking adaptable and enthusiastic Supply Teachers to join them on a flexible basis. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified teachers looking for flexibility while continuing to make a positive impact in local schools.

About the Role

As a Supply Teacher, you will deliver engaging and effective lessons across KS3 and KS4 (with opportunities in KS5 where applicable), covering planned absences, short-term placements, or ad hoc daily supply. You will play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning while fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality lessons in line with the national curriculum
• Adapt teaching to suit a range of learning abilities and classroom settings
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively in line with school policies
• Create a positive and engaging learning environment for all pupils
• Follow lesson plans provided, with flexibility to respond to pupil needs
• Assess and monitor pupil progress where required
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and wider school communities

Candidate Profile

• Experience teaching in a secondary school setting (KS3 and KS4 essential)
• Strong subject knowledge (subject specialism desirable but not essential)
• A flexible, confident, and proactive approach
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• A genuine passion for working with young people and supporting their development

Requirements

• UK Qualified Teacher Status or Equivalent
• Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Two professional teaching references
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Why Register With Us?

• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to free CPD and safeguarding training
• Flexible working options including full-time and part-time roles
• £100 referral bonus for recommending successful candidates (T&Cs apply)

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Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days – you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.