Primary Teacher; Temporary

Position: Primary Teacher (Temporary)
Primary Teacher Opportunities - January 2026

Are you coming to the end of a long-term primary teaching role?
Feeling unsure about your next step?
Or perhaps you're ready for a fresh opportunity with a trusted, supportive agency?

If this sounds like you, Academics would love to help.

We work in close partnership with a wide range of welcoming primary schools across Handsworth, Aston, Lozells, Newtown, Perry Barr, Great Barr, Sutton Coldfield, Erdington, Kingstanding, and nearby areas.

Who We're Looking For

We're eager to support Primary Teachers who are:

Calm, professional, and reliable

Passionate about putting children first

Proactive and confident in using their own initiative

Skilled classroom practitioners with strong behaviour management

Early Career Teachers (ECTs) Welcome

ECTs are strongly encouraged to apply. We provide ongoing guidance and support, including access to long-term placements that can count towards induction. Many of our ECTs go on to secure permanent roles through Academics.

Why Work with Academics?

We're proud of our reputation for:

Helping long-term supply teachers progress into permanent positions

Being a preferred agency schools return to year after year

Carefully matching teachers with roles that suit their skills, experience, and career ambitions

What You'll Need

To be considered, you must have:

QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification

Recent experience teaching in a primary school setting

If you're looking for a new beginning in January 2026, let Academics support you throughout the next stage of your Primary Teacher journey