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Teaching Jobs in Scunthorpe

Looking for supply teaching work in Scunthorpe? Where North Lincolnshire’s schools split fairly evenly between academies and council-run, from Scunthorpe out towards Doncaster and Grimsby, Provide brings together the day-to-day and long-term supply roles we’re filling across Scunthorpe and North Lincolnshire – plus the occasional permanent post – and puts you in touch with a local consultant who knows the area and the schools in it.

School Caretaker

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Primary School | Long Term Sickness CoverProvide Education are recruiting for a School Caretaker to work at a Primary School in Scunthorpe…
Scunthorpe Caretaker 17
Uploaded September 24, 2026

Science Teacher – DN17

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Science Teacher | DN17 | Immediate Start We are recruiting a Science Teacher to join a secondary school in DN17. The role…
Scunthorpe Science Teacher
Uploaded September 18, 2026

Cover Supervisor – DN17 – Multiple Roles Available

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Cover Supervisor | DN17 | £105 to £130 per day A secondary school in DN17 is seeking Cover Supervisors to support classes…
Scunthorpe Cover Supervisor 135
Uploaded September 16, 2026

Maths Teacher – DN17 – Temporary Contract

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Maths Teacher | DN17 | Temporary Long Term Placement A secondary school in DN17 is seeking a Maths Teacher to join their…
Scunthorpe Maths Teacher 232
Uploaded September 16, 2026

English Teacher – DN16

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English Teacher | DN16 | Immediate StartWe are recruiting an English Teacher for a secondary school in DN16. You will be responsible…
Scunthorpe English Teacher 232
Uploaded September 15, 2026

PE Teacher – DN17 – Immediate Start

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PE Teacher | Secondary School | DN17 | September 2026 We have an opportunity for a PE Teacher to join a secondary…
Scunthorpe P.E Teacher 232
Uploaded September 14, 2026

Year 1 Primary Teacher

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Year 1 Primary Teacher – DN15  Provide Education is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Year 1 Primary Teacher to join a welcoming primary…
Scunthorpe Primary Teacher 165
Uploaded September 9, 2026

Year 5 Primary Teacher

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Provide Education is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and committed Year 5 Teacher to join a primary school in DN9 on a…
Scunthorpe Primary Teacher 165
Uploaded September 9, 2026

PPA Teacher

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Provide Education is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic PPA Cover Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in the DN9 area, working…
Scunthorpe HLTA 130
Uploaded September 4, 2026

Y1 SEND Teaching Assistant

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Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant – September StartProvide Education is seeking a patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive…
Scunthorpe Teaching Assistant 110
Uploaded September 3, 2026

Y5 Primary Teacher

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Provide Education is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Year 5 Primary Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in DN15, Scunthorpe, supporting…
Roxby Primary Teacher 165
Uploaded September 3, 2026

Year 1/2 Primary Teacher

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Year 1/2 Primary TeacherProvide Education are currently recruiting for a Year 1/2 Primary Teacher to join a lovely primary school in the…
Haxey Primary Teacher 165
Uploaded September 3, 2026

Our Presence in Scunthorpe

 

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Whaley Road
Barugh Green
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Teaching in Scunthorpe – what to expect

The local school landscape

Scunthorpe sits within North Lincolnshire, which has 80 state-funded schools teaching around 23,542 pupils – 62 primary and 14 secondary – spanning academies, council-run, faith and special settings.

Getting around the city

We work with schools across Scunthorpe and nearby Doncaster, Grimsby, Brigg and Gainsborough, so whether you’re in Scunthorpe itself or the towns around it, there’s supply work to be had. Just let your consultant know the areas that suit you.

Roles we recruit for in Scunthorpe

Whether you’re a class teacher looking for a permanent role, an ECT starting out, or an experienced supply teacher, we recruit across the full range of primary and secondary positions.

Primary teaching

Reception to Year 6 – day-to-day supply, PPA cover and long-term class teaching across mainstream primary schools.

View primary teaching roles

Secondary teaching

Subject specialists and cover teachers across Key Stages 3 to 5, from single-day bookings to full-term placements.

View secondary teaching roles

SEND teaching

Roles in special schools and SEND units – teaching, one-to-one and behaviour support for pupils with additional needs.

View SEND roles

Early learning roles

Nursery and early-years roles for the youngest children, from EYFS practitioners to early-years assistants.

View early learning roles

Support roles

Teaching assistants, cover supervisors, learning mentors and pastoral staff supporting classrooms day to day.

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Administration roles

School-office roles – receptionists, administrators and support staff that keep schools running smoothly.

View administration roles

Getting started - registering with us

Registration is straightforward and free. Most candidates are matched to their first role within 5–10 days.

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Apply online
Quick form, 2–3 minutes

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Phone interview
15-min call with a consultant

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Compliance
DBS, references, right to work

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Matching
Aligned to your preferences

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Interview / placement
School interview or first placement

Ready to find your next primary teaching role in Scunthorpe?

Register today and a Scunthorpe consultant will be in touch within 24 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there enough supply work to stay busy in Scunthorpe?
Yes – with 80 state-funded schools teaching around 23,542 pupils, Scunthorpe has plenty of primaries, secondaries and specialist settings. Day-to-day bookings and long-term cover come up consistently rather than in short seasonal bursts.
Are Scunthorpe schools mostly academies or council-run?

It’s a fairly even split – around 45% are academies or free schools and the rest stay council-maintained. As supply you’ll move between both, which keeps the work varied: different structures, policies and daily routines rather than one single model across every booking.

Is there strong demand for supply teachers in Scunthorpe?

Scunthorpe runs above the national average for unfilled and hard-to-fill teaching posts, so schools call on supply staff regularly. Day-to-day cover and longer-term placements come up consistently across primary, secondary and specialist settings, rather than only at the busiest times of year.

Will I be placed in faith schools around Scunthorpe?

Quite possibly – about 31% of Scunthorpe’s schools are faith schools (20 Church of England and 5 Catholic). You can work in them as supply whatever your own beliefs; your consultant will flag any expectations a particular school has before you go in, so you know what to expect.

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We are proud to be  Leeds Mindful Employer, meaning we’re part of a network brings local employers together to champion positive mental health at work. The Network was established in 2013. It is a unique offer to Leeds, putting the city at the forefront of initiatives to promote workplace mental health and wellbeing.

As an approved partner on the Leeds City Council Framework, Provide Education continues to play a trusted role in supporting schools and educators across Leeds with high-quality, fully compliant staffing solutions.

As a Child Friendly Leeds Ambassador, Provide Education is proud to support the city’s shared ambition to make Leeds the best place for children and young people to grow, learn and thrive. Through our work with schools and communities, we actively contribute to creating positive experiences and stronger futures for young people.

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