Role: Secondary Teacher
Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Start Date: As soon as possible/September 2026
Contract: Flexible temporary roles (day-to-day, short-term and long-term)
Salary: £32,916-£45,351 per annum (depending on experience and/or qualifications)
About the role
At Heart of Supply, we are genuinely excited to be recruiting Secondary Teachers across a wide range of subjects. Whether your background is in English, Maths or Science, or you specialise in Humanities, PE, Computing, Creative Arts, Technology or Languages, there are opportunities waiting for you. As a Secondary Supply Teacher, you will work in a variety of welcoming school settings, delivering engaging lessons using pre-planned work or your own subject knowledge, while helping to keep classrooms positive, calm and purposeful.
We have Secondary Teacher roles to suit different lifestyles, from day-to-day cover if you enjoy variety, through to longer-term placements if consistency matters more, or something in between. We take the time to match each Secondary Teacher with schools that suit their experience, preferences and availability, so the role works for you as much as it does for the school.
About the school/us
Heart of Supply works closely with a broad mix of friendly, supportive schools across Lincoln and nearby areas. This includes primary and secondary schools, academies, local authority settings and specialist SEND provisions. Whatever stage you enjoy working in, from early years through to KS2, secondary up to Year 13, or roles focused on additional needs, we aim to place you in schools that feel like the right fit for you. As part of our supply team, you will gain experience in different classrooms, meet passionate staff and be supported by a network that genuinely values the impact you make every day.
What you will need:
- QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) & recent UK secondary classroom experience
- Strong subject knowledge & flexibility to teach across KS3 and KS4
- Confident, respectful behaviour management
- Ability to build quick rapport with students and colleagues
- A proactive, adaptable approach and genuine passion for your subject
- At least 6 weeks’ UK teaching experience (including placements)
We’re fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will undergo thorough vetting, including enhanced DBS (with children’s barred list check and Update Service registration), references, and online checks as part of our compliance process.
What we offer you:
- Competitive weekly PAYE pay
- Roles tailored to your lifestyle - day-to-day or longer term
- Access to exclusive opportunities in great local schools
- A friendly, experienced consultant who listens
- Free CPD and ongoing professional development
- A simple ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme
- A warm, supportive agency that genuinely cares about you and your journey
Heart of Supply is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All appointments are made in line with safer recruitment practices.
About us
Heart of Supply is an independent education specialist agency built on over 15 years of experience connecting talented educators with schools that truly appreciate them. We believe that recruitment should feel personal, supportive, and straightforward. That’s why we take the time to get to know you, understand your strengths, and place you in roles where you can thrive. Whether you’re just starting out, returning to the classroom, or exploring something new, we’ll be with you every step of the way, offering honest advice, friendly communication, and opportunities that fit around your life.
Ready to take the next step in your career?
If you’re ready for supply teaching that puts you first, we’d love to hear from you, even if you're just exploring what’s next.
Click Apply, send your CV to [email protected], or call us on 01522 440922 to chat through your options.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Temp to perm
Pay: £32,916.00-£45,351.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
