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Supply teaching in UK schools

How supply teaching works in UK schools — daily supply, long-term placements, agency vs direct employment, pay, IR35 and umbrella companies.

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Supply teacher pay rates

Typical daily supply rates by region, phase and length of booking — plus what you should never accept.

Daily and long-term supply — how bookings work, who pays you, and what to expect on the day.

Updated 13 Sept 2026 · 3 min read

Where to look, when schools recruit and how to target applications for teaching, support and leadership roles.

School CV examples, supporting statements, application forms and cover letters for education roles.

Interview questions, preparation advice, lesson observations and practical tasks for teaching and support roles.

Role guides for every job in UK schools — responsibilities, qualifications, salaries and progression.

Live teaching, leadership, SEND, teaching assistant and support-staff vacancies in schools, colleges, trusts and agencies across the UK.