Primary Teacher

Description:

Love teaching but looking for more choice over where, when and how you work? We are looking to connect with Primary Teachers across Lichfield who are ready for their next classroom opportunity.

You may be looking for a class of your own on a longer-term basis, want to experience different schools before making your next career move, or simply want teaching to fit better around your life. We have opportunities across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, with both regular and flexible work available.

Above all, we are looking for Primary Teachers who can walk into a classroom, quickly build rapport with pupils and provide a positive and purposeful day of learning.

What's in it for you?

Daily rates from £140 – £253
Full-time and part-time teaching opportunities
Choose between day-to-day flexibility and longer-term assignments
Opportunities across EYFS, KS1 and KS2
Gain experience in different primary school environments
Greater flexibility around your working week
Explore different schools and year groups before committing to your next permanent move 

What will you be doing?

The exact responsibilities will depend on whether you choose day-to-day supply or a longer-term position. As a Primary Teacher, you could be:

Taking responsibility for a class within EYFS, KS1 or KS2
Delivering creative and engaging lessons across the curriculum
Picking up existing planning and ensuring continuity of learning
Planning sequences of lessons during longer-term assignments
Adjusting activities so that all pupils can access and enjoy their learning
Providing appropriate challenge and support for different abilities
Creating clear expectations and positive classroom routines
Assessing learning and identifying next steps
Supporting pupils with SEND and additional learning needs
Working closely with Teaching Assistants to maximise classroom support
Encouraging children to become confident and independent learners
Ensuring safeguarding and pupil welfare remain at the heart of your practice 

What are we looking for?

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
A minimum of 6 months’ UK classroom teaching experience
Secure knowledge of the Primary National Curriculum
Experience within EYFS, Key Stage 1 and/or Key Stage 2
The ability to quickly establish yourself within a new classroom
Confident and consistent behaviour management
Ability to adapt teaching for different abilities and learning needs
A creative and enthusiastic approach to teaching
Strong communication and organisational skills
References covering your most recent 24 months
Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service or willingness to have one processed 

Location and Package

Lichfield and surrounding areas
£140.00 – £253.00 per day
Opportunities starting from October 2026
Day-to-day, short-term and long-term assignments
Full-time, part-time and flexible work available 

If you are a Primary Teacher who still loves being in the classroom but would like more control over what your next teaching role looks like, we would love to speak with you.

Apply today to find out more about the Primary Teacher opportunities available across Lichfield and surrounding areas.

About Smart Education

Smart Education are a specialist Education and Early Years agency, recruiting for permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND, Nursery Nurses and Tutors. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children