Job Description

Primary Teacher - Luton - £150-£160 PAYE - Paid Weekly

Are you a qualified Primary Teacher looking for more flexibility in your work? Or perhaps you'd like the security of a longer-term role without committing to a permanent contract?

Tradewind are proud to be working with schools across Luton who are seeking passionate Primary Teachers for both short-term supply cover and long-term placements.

Whether you're looking to gain varied classroom experience or settle into one school community for a term or longer, we can find the right role for you.

Short-Term Supply Teaching

Short-term supply offers flexibility and variety, giving you the chance to:

  • Work around your lifestyle and other commitments

  • Experience different schools, year groups and teaching approaches

  • Keep your skills sharp without the added workload of planning or marking

  • Enjoy a better work-life balance with weekly PAYE pay

Long-Term Teaching Roles

If you'd prefer stability and consistency, we also have long-term posts where you can:

  • Take ownership of a class and build strong relationships with pupils, staff and parents

  • Deliver planned schemes of work while adding your own creativity

  • Make a lasting impact on children's progress and learning outcomes

  • Gain valuable experience that can support your career development or lead to permanent roles

What We're Looking For

  • Qualified Primary Teachers (QTS essential)

  • Flexibility, enthusiasm and a proactive approach

  • Strong classroom management and communication skills

  • A genuine commitment to inspiring and supporting children's learning

Why Work With Tradewind?

  • Above-market daily rates (£150-£160 PAYE for daily, to scale for Long-term), paid weekly

  • Free CPD and accredited training courses to develop your career

  • Temp-to-perm pathways if you'd like to secure a permanent role

  • Support from local consultants who know Luton schools inside out

  • The UK's most recommended education recruitment agency

With Tradewind, you'll have the choice, support and opportunities to thrive in your teaching career - whether you want the freedom of short-term supply or the consistency of a long-term role.