Job Description

Supply Teacher - Barking & Dagenham

Pay: £150-£160 per day
Location: Primary schools across Barking & Dagenham
Year Groups: Nursery to Year 6 (flexible year group preferences available)
Working Options: Full-time and part-time
Start Date: September 2025
Open To: Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced primary teachers

Are you a qualified teacher living in or near Barking and Dagenham? Looking for flexible, rewarding teaching opportunities this term and into the next academic year?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a wide range of welcoming and well-resourced schools across the borough. Whether you are recently qualified or an experienced teacher, we have daily supply opportunities available with immediate or September start dates.

All schools are conveniently located with excellent transport links via the District Line, bus routes, and parking options for those who drive.

Benefits of Supply Teaching

  • Work-Life Balance: Choose working days that suit your schedule

  • Experience a Variety of Schools: Find the environment that fits you best

  • No Long-Term Commitments: Focus on teaching without additional pressures

  • Build Broad Experience Quickly: Work across year groups and subjects

  • Flexible Return to Teaching: Ease back into teaching at your own pace

  • Supplement Your Income: Ideal for flexible earnings

  • Freedom and Flexibility: Take control of your workload and availability

Requirements to Register

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) recognised in the UK

  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

  • Right to work in the UK

  • Professional references covering the last two years

  • Overseas Police Check (if applicable)

What Tradewind Recruitment Offers

  • Competitive daily pay rates based on skills and experience

  • Access to over 45 accredited CPD courses

  • Support and guidance from a dedicated education consultant

  • £100 referral bonus for recommending teachers or support staff

Why Choose Barking & Dagenham Schools

  • Modern facilities with many newly built or refurbished schools

  • Supportive senior leadership teams and welcoming school cultures

  • Inclusive environments reflecting the diversity of the local community

  • Collaborative teaching teams that share ideas and best practices

  • Ongoing investment in education across one of London's fastest-developing boroughs

Apply Today

Daily supply roles are available now across Barking and Dagenham. Let Tradewind help you secure flexible teaching work on your terms.

To apply, send your CV to zoe.mobbs@twrecruitment.com or call Zoe on 020 7845 5450 (Option 2) for an informal chat.