Primary Supply Teacher

Primary Teachers - Greenwich - Flexible Work Without the Full-Time Commitment! Location: Greenwich, South East London Pay: Competitive daily rates, dependent on assignment Contract: Flexible Day-to-Day Supply - 1 to 5…

Pay rate £160 – £180/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 12 October 2026

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Primary Teachers - Greenwich - Flexible Work Without the Full-Time Commitment!

Location: Greenwich, South East London
Pay: Competitive daily rates, dependent on assignment
Contract: Flexible Day-to-Day Supply - 1 to 5 Days Per Week
Start Date: Immediate / Ongoing

Love being in the classroom but want to leave the paperwork and planning behind?

Tradewind Recruitment is looking for qualified Primary Teachers who want to enjoy teaching while having greater control over their working week.

We're recruiting for flexible supply opportunities in primary schools throughout Greenwich, including Woolwich, Eltham, Plumstead, Charlton, Blackheath and Thamesmead.

Whether you're balancing teaching with family life, returning to the profession, approaching retirement or simply looking for a change from permanent teaching, we can help you explore opportunities that suit you.

What makes day-to-day supply different?

Choose the days you're available to work

No ongoing planning or marking responsibilities for typical daily cover assignments

Teach across your preferred primary year groups

Experience a variety of welcoming school environments

Work in schools within your preferred travel distance

Access regular and occasional bookings

Enjoy greater flexibility around personal commitments

Who are we looking for?

We welcome applications from:

Experienced Primary Teachers seeking flexibility

Early Career Teachers looking to gain classroom experience

Teachers returning after a career break

Part-time teachers looking for additional opportunities

Teachers who want to move away from permanent classroom responsibilities

Requirements:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience teaching within primary schools

Strong classroom and behaviour management

Confidence delivering pre-planned lessons

A reliable and professional approach

Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

How does pay work?

Daily rates vary between assignments and are influenced by your relevant teaching experience, qualifications, the level of responsibility and the hours required.

Some schools may require additional duties, including breakfast club or after-school club supervision, while others may offer shorter or longer working days.

Where working hours or responsibilities differ, this can affect the overall pay offered. We will always discuss the relevant rate and working arrangements with you before confirming an assignment.

Why work with Tradewind Recruitment?

We work closely with primary schools throughout Greenwich and aim to find opportunities that suit your preferences, availability and experience.

You'll benefit from competitive pay rates, free CPD through The National College and dedicated support from a consultant who understands the local education market.

Ready to enjoy a more flexible approach to teaching?

Apply today with your CV and discover how supply teaching in Greenwich could fit around your lifestyle

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