Job Description

Job Title: Primary Teacher - Flexible Supply, Long-Term & Permanent Roles
Location: Chesterfield & surrounding Derbyshire schools

Are you a qualified Primary Teacher seeking a better balance, more variety, or a fresh route into consistent teaching work? We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and adaptable teachers to work across primary schools in Chesterfield and the surrounding area.

This is a flexible opportunity covering EYFS, KS1, and KS2, with roles ranging from day-to-day supply through to longer-term placements and permanent positions.

About the Role

You will be working across a variety of welcoming primary school settings, stepping into classrooms where your teaching skills can make an immediate impact. Responsibilities include:

  • Delivering engaging lessons across EYFS to Year 6
  • Following school planning where provided, or adapting your own teaching when needed
  • Maintaining positive behaviour and a productive classroom environment
  • Quickly building rapport with pupils and staff in new settings
  • Working flexibly across a minimum of 3 days per week
  • Taking on daily supply, longer-term cover, or permanent opportunities depending on preference

What We're Looking For

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential
  • Experience teaching within UK primary settings
  • Confidence working across the primary age range (EYFS-KS2)
  • A flexible, proactive approach to different school environments
  • Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Why Join Tradewind Recruitment?

We support teachers in finding consistent, well-matched roles with real flexibility and security. Benefits include:

  • Guaranteed Pay Scheme (GPS) - financial stability even when work is not available, subject to eligibility and agreement
  • Highly competitive weekly pay with transparent rates
  • Access to a wide network of Chesterfield and Derbyshire primary schools
  • Flexible working patterns to suit your availability (minimum 3 days per week)
  • Dedicated education consultant providing ongoing support and tailored placements
  • Long-term and permanent job opportunities as well as daily supply
  • Free CPD and training courses, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and curriculum support
  • Fast and efficient registration process so you can start work quickly
  • Strong reputation in education recruitment, with long-standing school relationships

Interested?

If you're a Primary Teacher looking for flexibility, stability through the Guaranteed Pay Scheme, and access to a wide range of school settings in Chesterfield, we would love to hear from you.

Register today with Tradewind Recruitment and take the next step in your teaching career.