Job Description

Are you a passionate and adaptable teacher with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) seeking flexible work in South Birmingham? Join our supportive team and inspire students across a variety of Primary Schools. Enjoy a rewarding work-life balance with day-to-day, short-term, and long-term opportunities available.

About the role
We are seeking dedicated and reliable supply teachers to cover planned and unplanned teacher absences in our partner schools across the South Birmingham area. You will be responsible for delivering pre-planned lessons, managing classroom behaviour effectively, and ensuring continuity of learning for all pupils.

Responsibilities include:
  • Delivering engaging and high-quality lessons across different year groups.
  • Maintaining a positive and productive classroom environment.
  • Following school policies and procedures, including those for behaviour management.
  • Adapting to different school environments and routines at short notice.
  • Communicating effectively with school staff, including teaching assistants.
About you
We are looking for a supply teacher who is not only qualified but also passionate and professional. The ideal candidate will be:
  • A holder of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification.
  • Experienced in a UK school setting.
  • Adaptable, flexible, and capable of thinking quickly on their feet.
  • Confident in their classroom management abilities.
  • Reliable and punctual, with excellent communication skills.
  • Experienced with an enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willing to obtain one.
Benefits of working with Tradewind
We value our supply teachers and offer a rewarding experience with several benefits:
  • Competitive Pay: Excellent daily rates paid directly via PAYE.
  • Variety of Work: Gain experience working in a range of schools, from primary to secondary, across all subjects.
  • Career Support: Access to continuous professional development (CPD),via The National College
  • Supportive Team: A dedicated consultant who will offer ongoing support and guidance.
  • Flexibility: Whether you are looking for full-time, part-time, or day-to-day work, we can accommodate your schedule.
  • Referral Scheme: Earn extra income through our 'Refer a Friend' programme.
Apply Today!