Job Description:

Primary Teacher - Part-Time & Full-Time Opportunities

Location: Southampton
Start Date: October 2026
Contract Type: Part-Time & Full-Time

Primary schools across Southampton are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated, and passionate Primary Teachers to join their teams from September 2026.

Whether you are looking for a flexible part-time position, regular PPA cover, or a full-time teaching role, there are a range of opportunities available across welcoming and supportive primary school settings.

This is an excellent opportunity for qualified teachers who are passionate about education and want to make a positive difference to pupils' learning and development.

The Role

As a Primary Teacher, you will be responsible for:

• Planning and delivering engaging, creative, and purposeful lessons across the primary age range.
• Providing high-quality PPA cover across different year groups where required.
• Adapting teaching and learning to meet the individual needs of all pupils, including those with SEN.
• Creating a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Managing behaviour effectively and consistently in line with school policies.
• Working collaboratively with teaching assistants, colleagues, parents, and the wider school community.
• Assessing and monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback where appropriate.
• Contributing positively to school life and supporting the wider development of pupils.

Requirements

We are looking for teachers who have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential.
• Experience teaching within a primary school setting.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A flexible, proactive, and positive approach to teaching.
• Confidence teaching across a range of primary year groups.
• A genuine passion for teaching and supporting children's learning and development.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Flexible part-time and full-time working opportunities.
• Regular PPA cover and ongoing teaching assignments.
• Supportive and welcoming school environments.
• Access to CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Access to a wide network of primary schools across Southampton.

How to Apply

If you are a qualified Primary Teacher looking for a part-time or full-time opportunity from September 2026, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to discuss the opportunities available across Southampton and find a role that suits your experience, availability, and teaching preferences.

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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.
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