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Supply Teacher

  • Posted: 22-09-2026
  • Category: Secondary Teachers
  • Location: Lichfield
  • Type: Full-time / Permanent
  • Salary: £140 - £220 per day
Smile Education are currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Supply Teachers to work across a range of secondary schools in the Lichfield area.
Whether you’re looking for flexible day-to-day work, short-term placements or something longer term, we can help you find opportunities that fit around your availability and career goals.
Supply teaching is a great way to experience different school environments, meet new students and staff, and enjoy a varied working week without committing to a permanent position. You’ll also have the support of a dedicated consultant who will get to know your preferences and help match you with suitable schools and roles.
The RoleAs a Supply Teacher, you will:
  • Deliver engaging lessons using pre-planned resources across a range of subjects and year groups.
  • Maintain a positive, safe and well-managed classroom environment.
  • Keep students focused, engaged and on task throughout lessons.
  • Follow individual school policies and procedures.
  • Adapt quickly to different schools, classrooms and teaching environments.
  • Support students with their learning and individual needs.
  • Provide feedback or a brief handover to school staff where required.
We Are Looking For
  • Qualified Teachers and ECTs.
  • Experience working within UK secondary schools.
  • Confident classroom and behaviour management skills.
  • A flexible, adaptable and positive approach.
  • The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
  • Reliable, professional and enthusiastic teachers.
  • Teachers who are comfortable working across different schools and adapting to new environments.
Why Work With Smile Education?At Smile Education, we make finding the right supply work straightforward. Whether you’re looking to work one or two days a week or are available every day, we can help you find opportunities that suit your circumstances.
We offer:
  • Flexible work around your availability.
  • Day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities.
  • Competitive rates of pay.
  • Access to a wide range of secondary schools across Lichfield and the surrounding area.
  • A dedicated consultant who understands your requirements.
  • Ongoing support throughout your placements.
  • Access to training and CPD opportunities.
  • Opportunities for both experienced teachers and ECTs.
Safeguarding
Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be required to complete the necessary compliance checks, including DBS, Prohibited List, Barred List and qualification checks.
If you’re a qualified teacher looking for flexible teaching opportunities in Lichfield, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and let Smile Education help you find your next opportunity.

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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