Primary Supply Teacher

Primary Supply Teacher - Cardiff & Surrounding Areas Are you a qualified Primary Supply Teacher looking for flexibility, consistent work and control over your schedule? Academics are currently recruiting qualified…

Pay rate £173 – £175/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 18 September 2026

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Primary Supply Teacher - Cardiff & Surrounding Areas

Are you a qualified Primary Supply Teacher looking for flexibility, consistent work and control over your schedule? Academics are currently recruiting qualified primary teachers who are able to commute throughout Cardiff and the surrounding areas.

We have strong relationships with primary schools across Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan and Caerphilly, giving you the opportunity to experience a wide variety of school environments, from inner-city settings to schools further outside the city.

The Role

As a Primary Supply Teacher, you can enjoy the flexibility of choosing when and where you work, while still having access to consistent opportunities.

Day-to-day and longer-term supply opportunities
Work across primary schools in Cardiff and surrounding areas
Experience both inner-city and outer-city school settings
Flexibility and greater control over your working schedule
No planning or marking required for day-to-day supply
Deliver engaging lessons and follow existing school plans
Manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment
Support pupils across different year groups and abilities
Work alongside teachers and school staff
Gain experience across a variety of primary settings

Why Supply Teaching?

Working as a Primary Supply Teacher gives you the opportunity to choose a working pattern that fits around your lifestyle, while still providing regular work.

Academics works closely with schools across Cardiff, the Vale and Caerphilly, meaning we can help match you with schools and opportunities that suit your preferred locations and availability.

Whether you're looking for a couple of days a week or want to work consistently throughout the week, we can help you find the right opportunities.

We're Looking For

Qualified Primary Teachers with QTS
Teachers who are confident working across different year groups
Flexibility to commute throughout Cardiff and surrounding areas
Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
Adaptable teachers who can quickly settle into new school environments
Teachers looking for consistent supply work
Availability to start as soon as possible

Requirements

QTS - essential
Enhanced DBS - required
EWC registration - required
Right to work in the UK
Relevant safeguarding and compliance checks

Benefits

Consistent supply opportunities
Flexible working schedule
No planning or marking for day-to-day supply
Access to a wide network of schools across Cardiff, the Vale and Caerphilly
Dedicated consultant support
Weekly pay
Opportunities to experience a variety of primary schoolsApply today and register with Academics to get out working before October!

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

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