FAQs for Educators
Get answers to common questions about teaching jobs, supply work, pay, compliance, and career development. Find everything you need with Reliant Education.
Answers to Common Queries About Teaching Jobs & Recruitment
At Reliant Education, we understand that educators have questions about teaching jobs, pay, compliance, supply work, and career opportunities. That’s why we’ve put together this comprehensive FAQ section to help answer your most common queries.
- Looking for a teaching job? – Get information on our recruitment process.
- Curious about supply work? – Learn how flexible teaching roles work.
- Need compliance guidance? – Find out what documents and checks you need.
- 📌 Still have questions? Our team is happy to help!
What types of jobs does Reliant Education offer?
We specialise in recruiting for Primary, Secondary, and SEN schools, offering:
✅ Supply teaching roles (short-term, long-term, and daily cover)
✅ Permanent teaching positions
✅ Early Career Teacher (ECT) placements
✅ Teaching Assistant & SEN Support roles
Do I need Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) to work?
- For permanent teaching roles – Yes, QTS is required in most cases.
- For supply teaching roles – Some schools accept non-QTS candidates, especially for Cover Supervisor and Instructor roles.
- For Teaching Assistant & SEN Support roles – No QTS required, but relevant experience is beneficial.
- 📌 Not sure if you qualify? Contact us for guidance!
FAQs About Supply Teaching
Supply teachers provide temporary classroom cover when permanent staff are absent. This could be:
✔ Day-to-day supply – Flexible, short-term cover.
✔ Long-term supply – Cover for maternity leave or unfilled positions.
✔ PPA cover – Regular scheduled cover for planning time
✔ Supply teachers are paid weekly, based on the number of days worked.
✔ Pay rates vary depending on experience, school location, and role type.
✔ Long-term supply teachers are often paid in line with the Main Pay Scale (MPS).
Yes! Supply teaching offers complete flexibility.
✔ Work as often or as little as you want.
✔ Choose preferred schools and year groups.
✔ Accept or decline job offers based on availability.
FAQs About Compliance & DBS Checks
To work in schools, all candidates must have:
✔ Enhanced DBS Check (Disclosure and Barring Service)
✔ Right to Work in the UK (Passport/Visa)
✔ Two professional references
✔ Proof of qualifications (QTS, TA certificates, etc.)
If you don’t have a current DBS check:
✔ We can help you apply for a new one through the official DBS service.
✔ The DBS check must be on the update service or renewed yearly.
✔ You cannot start work until your DBS is cleared.
✔ DBS checks – Can take between 1-4 weeks, depending on processing times.
✔ Reference checks – Usually completed within a few days.
✔ Qualification verification – Quick and easy if documents are provided promptly.
FAQs About Career Progression & CPD
✔ CV & interview guidance – Improve your job applications.
✔ Lesson observation preparation – Ace your teaching demonstrations.
✔ CPD opportunities – Access courses in SEN, behaviour management, and leadership training.
Yes! Many schools use long-term supply roles as a stepping stone to permanent contracts.
✔ Schools often recruit permanent staff from their supply pool.
✔ Long-term placements allow you to build relationships & secure a job offer.
✔ ECTs often transition into permanent roles through supply work.
How do I apply for a teaching job?
- 1️⃣ Register online – Submit your details via our quick registration form.
- 2️⃣ Compliance checks – We verify your DBS, qualifications, and references.
- 3️⃣ Job matching – Job matching
- 4️⃣ Start working! – Accept job offers that fit your schedule.
Didn’t Find the Answer You Were Looking For?
If you have any further questions about teaching jobs, compliance, pay, or career development, our team is here to help.
