Position: Primary Teacher

Location: Eastbourne

Hours: 08:30 – 15:30

Contract Type: Day-to-Day, Short-Term & Long-Term Supply (Part-Time & Full-Time Available)

Daily Rate: £130–£150 per day for daily supply | Paid to scale for long-term roles with full PPA

About Us

Supply Desk are a nationwide education recruitment company specialising in Primary, SEND, and Secondary education. We place teaching staff in day‑to‑day and long‑term placements across Brighton & Hove, East Sussex and West Sussex.

We are now beginning conversations with Eastbourne primary schools regarding their staffing needs for September 2026, and we are inviting applications from enthusiastic and dedicated Primary Teachers. Whether you’re exploring new opportunities, seeking a change, or simply wanting to broaden your options for the next academic year, we would be delighted to hear from you. Applications are warmly welcomed from both experienced teachers and ECTs.

About the Role

We are looking for adaptable and passionate Primary Teachers to deliver engaging and creative lessons across EYFS, KS1 or KS2. This flexible opportunity allows you to work in a variety of school settings, build valuable experience, and make a meaningful impact on pupils’ learning and development.

Whether you’re looking for daily supply, short‑term cover, or long‑term roles, we can offer part‑time or full‑time positions to suit your availability from September.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, well‑structured lessons across EYFS, KS1 or KS2.

• Adapt confidently to different school environments and follow each school’s curriculum and policies.

• Maintain strong classroom management and promote a positive, nurturing learning environment.

• Assess and monitor pupil progress in line with school expectations.

• Communicate effectively with staff, pupils and parents where required.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

• Experience teaching within a primary school setting.

• Strong understanding of the Primary curriculum.

• Flexibility, reliability and a proactive approach.

• A valid DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

If you’re ready to explore new opportunities as a Primary Teacher in Eastbourne for September 2026, we would love to hear from you. Submit your interest today and take the next step in your teaching journey.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days — you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.

Contact information

Lilia Erskine