Primary School Supply Teacher (ECT) – Flexible supply roles, day-to-day and short-term opportunities starting September 2026
These flexible supply opportunities are ideal for a Primary School Supply Teacher (ECT) who enjoys variety and wants to build confidence across different primary school settings. Working on supply allows a Primary School Supply Teacher (ECT) to gain experience across a range of year groups, develop classroom practice, and make a positive impact on pupils’ learning while maintaining flexibility from September 2026.Duties as Primary School Supply Teacher (ECT):

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across EYFS, KS1, and KS2 as a Primary School Supply Teacher (ECT)
• Create a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment that supports learning
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively in line with school policies and expectations
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of pupils with varying abilities
• Support pupils’ academic progress and emotional wellbeing throughout the school day
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote the welfare of all pupils
• Manage classroom routines confidently to ensure continuity of learning
• Provide clear feedback and handover notes to school staff at the end of each placement
• Represent Step Teachers professionally while working as a Primary School Supply Teacher (ECT)

Ideal Primary School Supply Teacher (ECT):

• Qualified Teacher Status, suitable for Early Career Teachers
• Enthusiasm for teaching and developing as a Primary School Supply Teacher (ECT)
• Confidence teaching across different primary year groups
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• A flexible, reliable, and adaptable approach to supply teaching
• Positive communication skills and a proactive attitude
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Willingness to gain experience across a range of school settings as a Primary School Supply Teacher (ECT)

Why Step Teachers?With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary – dependent on experience – is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!