Salary: £140 - 300 per day
Reference: TT40297
Year 2 Supply Teacher
Location: Taunton & Surrounding Areas
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £140–£300 per day, depending on role and pay scale
About the Role
Connex Education is working in partnership with schools across Taunton and the surrounding areas, including schools within the Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust (BWMAT), to recruit enthusiastic and dedicated Year 2 Supply Teachers from September 2026.
We are looking for qualified teachers who can deliver engaging, inclusive and purposeful learning across Key Stage 1. Whether you are looking for flexible day-to-day supply, short-term placements or longer-term opportunities, we can offer a variety of roles to suit your experience and availability.
The Role
We are recruiting Year 2 Supply Teachers for opportunities including:
- Day-to-day, short and long term supply teaching
- Full class responsibility where required
- Supporting positive behaviour and classroom routines
- Working closely with school staff to support pupil progress and wellbeing
- Adapting teaching to meet different abilities and learning needs
Local School Opportunities
The Taunton area includes a number of primary schools within the Bath and Wells Multi Academy Trust (BWMAT).
BWMAT is a Church of England multi-academy trust supporting 46 schools across Somerset, North Somerset and Bath and North East Somerset.
BWMAT schools in and around Taunton include:
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St James Church School
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St Andrew's Church School
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Cheddon Fitzpaine Church School
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Norton Fitzwarren Church School
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Staplegrove Church School
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Bishops Lydeard Church School
Working across schools in the Taunton area provides teachers with the opportunity to experience different school communities and develop their teaching experience.
What We're Looking For
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UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
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Experience teaching in Key Stage 1, ideally Year 2
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Strong knowledge of the Key Stage 1 curriculum
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Confidence with classroom management
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Ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons
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Good communication and organisational skills
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A flexible, reliable and professional approach
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Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
What Connex Education Offers
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Competitive daily rates of £140–£300
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Weekly PAYE pay
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Flexible roles to suit your availability
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Free access to our Classroom Teacher Toolkit, including over 70 courses
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Wellbeing programme and refresher training
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A variety of roles across Taunton and the surrounding areas
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Progression opportunities and funded qualifications
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Interview guidance and CV support
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Dedicated education consultant
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£200 referral scheme
Apply Today
Whether you are an experienced teacher, an ECT or looking to gain further experience across Key Stage 1, we would love to hear from you.
Call: 0117 486 5001
Email: [email protected]
Get in touch with the Connex Education team to find out about current Year 2 teaching opportunities across Taunton and the surrounding areas.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. All candidates are assessed on merit alone.
Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.
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