Supply teaching and nursery jobs in Islington
Islington has around 70 schools and nurseries in the heart of North London. Humly connects you with supply opportunities across the borough.
About the education market in Islington
Islington is a central North London borough with around 70 schools and nurseries educating approximately 26,000 children. The borough includes Angel, Highbury, Holloway, Finsbury Park and Archway.
Islington's compact geography and excellent transport links make it easy to reach schools across the borough. The area has a strong tradition of inclusive education and a committed teaching community.
70
Schools & nurseries
26,000
Children educated
30
Nurseries
26
Primary schools
10
Secondary schools
- Around 70 schools and nurseries across Islington
- Supply roles across Angel, Highbury, Holloway, Finsbury Park and Archway
- Primary, Secondary, Nursery and SEND roles available
- Book supply jobs instantly through the Humly app
- Part of Humly's 487-strong London educator network
Primary schools in Islington
Islington is home to around 26 primary schools, supporting families across Angel, Highbury, Holloway and the wider area. Humly partners with primary schools throughout Islington to cover day-to-day supply, longer placements and PPA work, and qualified primary teachers, HLTAs and teaching assistants can browse and book these primary school roles instantly through the Humly app.
Secondary schools in Islington
There are approximately 10 secondary schools across Islington, ranging from large academies to community comprehensives. Humly works with secondary schools across Islington to fill subject-specific teaching, cover supervisor and longer-term placement roles, so secondary teachers can set their subjects and availability and pick up suitable secondary school work directly through the app.
How to get started in Islington
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Download the app
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Frequently asked questions
Can I book supply jobs in primary schools across Islington?+
Yes — Humly works with primary schools across Islington and the surrounding areas. Once your profile and compliance are complete, you can browse and book primary supply roles instantly through the Humly app, including day-to-day cover, longer placements and PPA work.
Can I book supply jobs in secondary schools across Islington?+
Yes — secondary supply roles across Islington are bookable through the Humly app. This includes subject-specific teaching, cover supervisor roles and longer-term placements. Set your subject preferences and availability so we can match you to the right schools.
How many schools are there in Islington?+
Islington has approximately 70 schools and nurseries.
What roles are available?+
Teachers, cover supervisors, nursery practitioners, TAs and SEN specialists.
How quickly can I start?+
Once compliance is complete, most educators start within days.
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