Primary Teacher

About the role Tradewind Recruitment is seeking experienced Daily Supply Teachers to work across a range of primary schools throughout Surrey on a day-to-day and short-term basis. We have strong, consistent demand across all year groups - from Nursery and Reception through to Year 6 - and we work hard to match you with schools that suit your experience, preferred phase and location. As a supply teacher, you will step in at short notice and provide high-quality, calm and purposeful cover. Surrey schools value supply teachers who can follow existing plans with confidence, settle pupils quickly, maintain routines and manage behaviour effectively from the moment they walk through the door. Your professionalism and adaptability are what make the difference. Supply work with Tradewind is a great way to broaden your experience across year groups and school settings, build your reputation with headteachers across the county and - for many of our teachers - leads directly to longer-term or permanent positions. What we are looking for • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential • Experience teaching across primary year groups, EYFS through to KS2 • Adaptable, confident and calm in unfamiliar classroom environments • Ability to follow existing plans and maintain consistent routines and behaviour expectations from the start of the day • Strong communication skills when working with different staff teams and school cultures • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) • Up-to-date safeguarding and child protection knowledge Why teachers choose Tradewind • Competitive daily rates - £150 - £170/day, paid weekly via PAYE with no umbrella companies or hidden deductions • Flexibility - work the days that suit you, across the schools and year groups you prefer • Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses through The National College from day one • Strong Surrey network - we know the schools, the headteachers and what they value in a supply teacher • Dedicated consultant support throughout your time with us, with regular contact and fast booking