Humly
    The #1 choice for educators in the North West

    Supply teaching and nursery jobs across the North West

    The North West has thousands of schools and nurseries looking for supply staff. From Blackpool to Preston and across Cumbria, Humly gives you the tools to find and book the right work.

    About the education market in the North West

    The North West is one of England's largest education regions, with over 4,000 schools and nurseries educating more than a million children. The region stretches from Greater Manchester and Merseyside through Lancashire to Cumbria.

    Manchester alone has over 2,600 schools and nurseries across its ten boroughs, while Lancashire counties like Blackpool, Preston and Blackburn each have their own distinct education communities with strong demand for supply educators.

    Humly's North West team has deep roots in the region's education sector. Whether you want to work in a large city academy or a small village primary, the team connects you with the right roles.

    4,000+

    Schools & nurseries

    1M+

    Children educated

    500+

    Nurseries

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    You're in control of your career

    See every available job in the North West as it becomes available. Choose the ones that fit you — by location, pay, school type or role. Book them instantly through the app. No waiting, no gatekeeping.

    Why educators choose Humly in the North West

    The tools, the support and the flexibility you need to thrive as a supply educator.

    Opportunities everywhere

    Blackpool, Preston, Blackburn, Cumbria — we work with schools and nurseries right across the North West.

    You choose when

    Day-to-day, short-term or long-term — set your own availability and book what works for you.

    We handle the admin

    Compliance, DBS, right-to-work — we take care of it so you can focus on educating.

    Keep developing

    Free CPD through Humly Academy helps you stay current and build your expertise.

    Personal matching

    Our North West team knows the schools and matches you with the roles that suit your skills and preferences.

    Stronger together

    Be part of a community of educators making a difference across the North West.

    You could earn £2,400
    a month with Humly

    15 days·£160/day
    1 day22 days

    How to get started in the North West

    1

    Create your profile

    Sign up in minutes and tell us about your experience, qualifications and preferences.

    2

    Download the app

    Get the Humly app to browse jobs, set your availability and manage bookings on the go.

    3

    Complete compliance

    Our North West team will guide you through DBS, references and safeguarding checks.

    4

    Start working

    Browse available roles in the North West or let your dedicated consultant find the perfect match.

    Here to support you

    Our educator team is ready to guide you through setting up your profile and finding work that suits you. Welcome to Humly!