Job Description

Full-Time Primary Teacher - Sheffield Area
Daily Rate: £150 - £160 | Flexible Working

Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking a confident, flexible and passionate Primary Teacher to work across a Trust of Primary Schools in the Sheffield area. This full-time (or part-time minimum 3 days/week) role offers the opportunity to step into a variety of classroom settings, covering teachers from EYFS to Year 6.

As a cover teacher, you'll play a key role in supporting schools with planned and unplanned absences, ensuring pupils continue to receive a high-quality education in a calm, supportive learning environment.

The ideal candidate will:

  • Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

  • Be available ideally 5 days per week, with a minimum of 3 days

  • Be a confident classroom practitioner, able to quickly build positive relationships with pupils and staff

  • Be patient, adaptable, and proactive, comfortable working across a range of year groups

  • Have an enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to obtain one

  • Be subject to all vetting checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance

Why work with Tradewind Recruitment?

As a market leader in education recruitment, Tradewind offers:

  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Access to over 45 CPD courses, including behaviour management and safeguarding
  • A dedicated consultant with local expertise
  • Online timesheets and efficient weekly pay
  • Opportunities to work across a wide range of well-managed and supportive schools
  • Full interview and CV support

This is a fantastic opportunity for qualified teachers who value flexibility, enjoy the variety of supply work, and are looking for a better work-life balance compared to a traditional contracted role.