Primary Teacher

Primary Teachers

Location: Schools throughout Wigan, Leigh, and surrounding areas

Start Date: September & future starts available

Contract Type: Flexible Supply, Long-term, and Permanent

Pay: Competitive rates (Daily and M-scale options)

Are you an inspiring educator looking for your next challenge? We are seeking enthusiastic Primary Teachers to support a variety of partner schools across the Wigan and Leigh boroughs.

Whether you are looking for the variety of daily supply, the stability of a long-term placement, or your next permanent career move, we have opportunities ranging from EYFS through to Key Stage 2.

Opportunities Available

EYFS Specialists: Passionate teachers who thrive in a play-based learning environment.

KS1 Teachers: Creative educators focused on building core foundations in literacy and numeracy (Year 2 SATS experience a bonus!).

KS2 Teachers: Subject-confident professionals ready to challenge and inspire older pupils.

PPA Cover: Versatile teachers who enjoy working across different year groups.

What We Look For

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): We welcome applications from both experienced practitioners and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

Adaptability: The ability to walk into a new classroom and immediately build rapport with pupils.

Effective Planning: For long-term roles, the ability to plan, mark, and assess to ensure consistent pupil progress.

Classroom Management: Strong, positive behaviour management skills that foster a focused learning environment.

Benefits of Working with Us

Local Knowledge: Work in schools that are part of the vibrant Wigan and Leigh communities.

Flexibility: Work as many or as few days as you like to fit your personal schedule.

Professional Growth: Access to a range of CPD courses, including Safeguarding and SEN training.

Hassle-Free Pay: Weekly pay via PAYE with no hidden umbrella fees.

The ideal candidate for this teacher role will:

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• Have qualified teacher status with QTS
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• This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
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• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained
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• You must have the legal right to work in the UK
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Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this great position as a Primary Teacher, or for more information about the role, contact Lindsey on or

The benefits of joining Tradewind Recruitment;

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• Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
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• Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College
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• Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you
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• Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
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