Primary ECT - Supply Teaching


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£130 to £175 a day
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Coventry, CV1 2TE
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	9 Oct 2026
Closing date:	8 Nov 2026

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Summary

Your new company

Hays Education work with a wide range of primary schools across Coventry and are keen to speak with Early Career Teachers looking to gain experience in the classroom. Whether you're looking for flexible supply work or hoping to find a longer-term role where you can complete your ECT induction, we can help.

We have established relationships with local schools across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 and regularly support ECTs as they begin their teaching careers.

Your new role

Starting your teaching career can be exciting, but finding the right school is just as important as finding the right role.

Supply teaching can be a great way to build confidence, gain classroom experience and experience different school settings before committing to a longer-term position. You'll have the opportunity to work across a range of primary schools, developing your teaching practice and gaining exposure to different year groups and learning environments.

Alongside day-to-day supply work, we can also support ECTs looking for longer-term placements, maternity cover roles and opportunities within schools that can support them through their ECT induction.

What you'll need to succeed

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or be due to achieve QTS before starting work

Recent teaching experience gained through placements

Good knowledge of the primary curriculum

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

A positive and proactive approach

Flexibility and willingness to develop your teaching practice

Commitment to delivering high-quality teaching and learning

What you'll get in return

Opportunities across EYFS, KS1 and KS2

Flexible supply work to build experience and confidence

Access to long-term and permanent teaching opportunities

Introduction to schools that can support ECT induction

Competitive rates of pay

Access to CPD through the Hays Learning Platform

Simple digital tools through the Hays App

£250 in vouchers when you refer a teacher who completes 20 days

Ongoing support and career guidance from your dedicated Hays consultant

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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