How to Become a Supply Teacher in London and the Home Counties: Why Uniform Education is Your No.1 Agency
Are you ready to take the next step in your teaching career? Becoming a supply teacher in London or the Home Counties opens doors to flexibility, variety, and genuine impact in classrooms across the region. The question is: Which agency should you trust to help you find the best supply teaching roles? The answer is simple—Uniform Education.
Why Choose Supply Teaching in London and the Home Counties?
From the vibrant energy of Westminster, Camden, and Islington to the family-friendly suburbs of Barnet, Croydon, and Bromley, supply teachers are the backbone of London’s dynamic education system. Just beyond the city, demand is just as high in the Home Counties—Surrey, Kent, Hertfordshire, Essex, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Sussex.
Supply teaching allows you to:
Work flexibly, fitting around your lifestyle
Gain experience across different schools and year groups
Make a difference to thousands of pupils in a variety of settings
But to get the most out of your supply career, you need the right partner—Uniform Education.
Why Uniform Education?
Uniform Education has been the go-to recruitment agency for supply teachers in London and the Home Counties for over 10 years. We’re proud to have built relationships with nearly 900 schools across every single London borough and all neighbouring counties.
We cover every corner of the city:
Central: Westminster, Kensington and Chelsea, Lambeth, Southwark, Tower Hamlets
East: Waltham Forest, Redbridge, Newham, Barking and Dagenham, Havering
West: Ealing, Hounslow, Richmond upon Thames, Hillingdon, Hammersmith and Fulham
And we’re just as established in the Home Counties: Surrey, Kent, Hertfordshire, Essex, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Sussex and more.
What Sets Uniform Education Apart?
10+ years’ expertise in education recruitment
A network of nearly 900 schools, from large academies to village primaries
Local knowledge—whether you want to work in Hackney, Greenwich, Brent, Kingston, or just outside London in places like Watford, St Albans, Guildford, Slough, or Reading
Dedicated consultants who take the time to match you with the right schools
Full support with safeguarding, compliance, and ongoing professional development
The Simple Path to Becoming a Supply Teacher with Uniform Education
1. Register with Uniform Education
Our streamlined process makes it easy—just submit your CV, DBS, references, and proof of QTS (or equivalent). Our team will guide you every step of the way.
2. Meet Your Consultant
We offer friendly interviews and induction sessions in-person or virtually—wherever you’re based, from Harrow to Lewisham, or even in the Home Counties.
3. Get Matched to Local Schools
With our reach across all 32 London boroughs and the major towns in the Home Counties, you’ll receive assignments that fit your preferences, whether you want day-to-day, short-term, or long-term supply work.
4. Enjoy Ongoing Support
From lesson plans to behaviour tips, we support you throughout your supply journey. Our consultants know schools inside-out—from Hackney to Hillingdon, Bexley to Brent, and everywhere in between.
Ready to Join the Best?
If you want the flexibility and variety of supply teaching, Uniform Education is your trusted partner. Over 10 years, nearly 900 schools, and a team that cares about your success—no wonder we’re the preferred agency for supply teachers across London and the Home Counties.
Contact Uniform Education today to register and start your supply teaching adventure with the most established team in the business.
Uniform Education – The Leading Supply Teaching Agency in London and the Home Counties.
Get in touch now – your next teaching opportunity is waiting!
