Position: Secondary Teacher (Any Subject Specialism)
Location: Hailsham
Hours: 08:30 – 15:30
Contract Type: Day-to-Day, Short-Term & Long-Term Supply (Part-Time & Full-Time Available, with or without PPA)
Daily Rate: £130–£150 per day for daily supply | Paid to scale for long-term roles (with or without 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 working closely with secondary schools in Hailsham regarding both immediate staffing needs and their plans for September 2026. We are inviting applications from enthusiastic and dedicated Secondary Teachers across all subject areas. Whether you’re looking for an immediate start or planning ahead 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 seeking adaptable and passionate Secondary Teachers across all subject specialisms to deliver engaging and effective lessons at KS3 and KS4 (KS5 experience is desirable but not essential). This flexible opportunity allows you to work in a variety of school settings, broaden your experience, and make a meaningful impact on students’ progress and achievement.

We offer a range of opportunities including day-to-day supply, short-term cover, and long-term roles. Positions are available on both a part-time and full-time basis, with flexibility around PPA depending on the role. Start dates are flexible, with opportunities available for immediate start as well as from September 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons within your subject specialism.
• Adapt confidently to different school environments and follow each school’s curriculum and policies.
• Maintain strong classroom management and foster a positive learning environment.
• Assess and monitor student progress in line with school expectations.
• Communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents where required.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Experience teaching within a secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge in your specialism.
• 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 Secondary Teacher in Hailsham—whether for an immediate start or from 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