Why should teachers consider becoming supply staff? There are myriad reasons why someone may want to consider the role of supply rather than permanent staff, for example the freedom from the planning, target setting and meetings that full time teaching staff are required to undertake on a daily basis. There is also the chance to experience much greater variety each day, since they have the chance to visit a different school each and every working day.

Supply teaching is a perfect solution for those teachers nearing retirement, or who are just into retirement who are not quite ready to stop working entirely – supply teaching gives them the flexibility and reduced stress without any hassle. Supply teaching is ideal if someone has moved to a new area and wants to try out some local schools before committing to a school – supply gives them the chance to meet local head teachers first.