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Supply Teacher Needed!

  • Posted: 05-06-2025
  • Category: Cover Supervisors
  • Location: Wigan
  • Type: Full-time / Permanent
  • Salary: £130 - £160 per day
Are you a confident, adaptable teacher looking to make a positive impact across a range of subjects? Smile Education is working with a welcoming and high-achieving secondary school in Wigan (WN3) to recruit a Supply Teacher to start immediately.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a school rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (2024), offering a supportive environment and well-established systems. All lessons are pre-planned, so you can focus on delivering engaging sessions and building positive relationships with students.

The RoleSupply Teacher:
As a Supply Teacher, you'll deliver pre-prepared lessons across a variety of subjects including:
  • Humanities – History, Geography, RE, PSHE
  • STEM – Maths, Science, Computing
  • English Language and Literature
  • Business Studies and Citizenship
  • Other general cover as needed

You’ll be responsible for:
  • Delivering engaging, pre-planned lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
  • Managing classroom behaviour and ensuring a calm, focused learning environment.
  • Supporting pupils of varying abilities and adapting your delivery as needed.
  • Following school routines, safeguarding protocols, and behaviour policies.
  • Reporting any issues or concerns to relevant staff for continuity of support.

Who We’re Looking For:
  • A qualified teacher (QTS, PGCE, or equivalent), OR someone with strong teaching experience in secondary education.
  • Confident in teaching across a range of subjects or specialising in one area with flexibility to cover others.
  • Professional, adaptable, and able to build strong rapport with students quickly.
  • Holds an Enhanced DBS on the update service (or is willing to apply through Smile Education).

About the School:
Located in Wigan (WN3), this secondary school is known for its commitment to academic success, excellent student behaviour, and nurturing environment. Staff are well-supported, and the leadership team is proactive in promoting a positive work culture.

With a recent ‘Good’ Ofsted rating, the school offers stability, strong systems, and a welcoming staff body.

Why Work with Smile Education?
  • Competitive, transparent pay structure.
  • All lessons provided – no planning or marking required.
  • Weekly pay and flexible working arrangements.
  • Free access to professional development and CPD.
  • Personalised support from your dedicated consultant.

Ready to take the next step in your teaching journey?
Apply today or contact Sarah at sarah@smile-education.co.uk to find out more.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship. All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.
Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates will be subject to enhanced DBS, reference, and qualification checks prior to appointment.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

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