via reed · 3 June 2026 ·3 days ago

Primary Supply Teacher

Teaching Personnel
Somerset Contract GBP 32,500 – 36,400
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Ready to Leave Full-Time Teaching Behind?

Become a Primary Supply Teacher in Yeovil, Sherborne & Templecombe

Are you a qualified Primary Teacher looking for a better work-life balance without giving up the part of teaching you love most?

Teaching Personnel are recruiting passionate teachers to work across a network of friendly and supportive primary schools throughout Yeovil, Sherborne, and Templecombe. Whether you're seeking complete flexibility, a fresh challenge, or simply a break from the demands of a permanent role, supply teaching offers the freedom to teach on your terms.

What You'll Earn

£125 - £140 per day
(Based on experience and assignment type)

Why Teachers Love Supply Work

Choose the days you work

Enjoy greater flexibility and work-life balance

No staff meetings, performance management targets, or endless paperwork

Reduced planning and marking responsibilities

Experience a variety of schools, year groups, and teaching environments

Build confidence and broaden your professional experience

Ideal for teachers returning to the profession or considering a career change

Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant

? We're Looking For

  • Qualified Teachers (QTS or equivalent)

  • Enthusiastic educators who can quickly build positive relationships

  • Flexible and adaptable professionals

  • Strong classroom management skills

  • Teachers committed to creating engaging learning experiences

Whether You're...
  • Feeling overwhelmed by the demands of a full-time teaching role

  • Looking to regain control of your schedule

  • Returning to teaching after a break

  • Seeking a better balance between work and home life

...supply teaching could be exactly what you're looking for.

Apply Today

Take the next step towards a more flexible and rewarding teaching career and discover the benefits of working across fantastic primary schools in Yeovil, Sherborne, and Templecombe.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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