Primary Teacher

Posted 01 October 2026
Salary £150 - £200 per day
LocationHammersmith and Fulham
Job type Contract
Discipline Teachers & ECT's
ReferenceV-125045

Job description

Primary Teacher – Hammersmith & Fulham – Day-to-Day and Short-Term Cover

Are you a passionate Primary Teacher looking for flexible teaching opportunities in Hammersmith & Fulham, with the potential to progress into longer-term assignments? We are seeking adaptable and enthusiastic teachers for day-to-day and short-term cover across primary schools in Hammersmith & Fulham. This is an ideal opportunity to experience different school settings, build relationships and find a longer-term role that suits you.

Primary Teacher – Key Benefits:
  • Flexible day-to-day and short-term assignments to suit your availability
  • Opportunities to secure longer-term placements as vacancies arise
  • Experience across different primary schools and year groups in Hammersmith & Fulham
  • Opportunity to build relationships with school teams before committing to a longer assignment
  • Dedicated recruitment support to match opportunities to your experience and preferences
  • Ideal for a Primary Teacher returning to teaching, exploring local schools or seeking greater flexibility
About the Opportunities:
  • Cover planned absences and provide support where schools need additional teaching capacity
  • Access assignments across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, depending on your experience
  • Work within a range of school communities in Hammersmith & Fulham
  • Develop familiarity with schools through repeat bookings where available
  • Be considered for longer-term assignments where your experience and availability align with school needs
Primary Teacher – Role Responsibilities:
  • Deliver engaging lessons using planning provided by the school where available
  • Establish positive relationships with pupils and maintain continuity of learning
  • Follow each school’s behaviour policies, routines and safeguarding procedures
  • Adapt teaching to support mixed-ability classes and pupils with additional needs
  • Work effectively with teaching assistants and other colleagues in Hammersmith & Fulham
  • Provide clear feedback and handover notes for the class teacher following each assignment
Primary Teacher – Candidate Requirements:
  • UK QTS is essential for this Primary Teacher opportunity
  • Strong understanding of the Primary National Curriculum and relevant phase expectations
  • Confident classroom management and the ability to settle quickly into new settings
  • A flexible, reliable approach to day-to-day and short-term cover
  • Commitment to inclusive teaching and supporting pupils with additional needs
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Interest in longer-term assignments as suitable opportunities become available
This Primary Teacher opportunity in Hammersmith & Fulham is ideal for a teacher seeking flexible cover work while building towards a longer-term position in a school that suits their strengths and ambitions.

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