Trusted Local Supply Support for Teachers and Schools

Exeter - Exmouth - East Devon - Mid Devon - North Devon - Teignbridge - Torbay - Wellington
​At Exeter Supply Partnership (ESP), we connect exceptional primary teachers, teaching assistants, and nursery practitioners with schools across Exeter, Devon and Torbay.

Specialising in Early Years and Primary education, whether you're looking for flexible teaching work or dependable supply staff, we’re here to help — quickly, personally, and professionally.
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Exeter Supply Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all members of the supply team to share this commitment. We are fully compliant with the DfE Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment regulations, with Keeping Children Safe in Education and before any member of the supply team is deployed to a school all mandatory checks required by the DfE are carried out.

​Why Choose Exeter Supply Partnership?

We’re a not-for-profit organisation that puts people before profit. Here’s what makes us different:
  • Local and Personal Support - A Devon-based team that understands your schools, communities, and priorities.
  • Not-for-Profit and People-First - We focus on relationships — not profit — ensuring fairness for both educators and schools.
  • Trusted by 100+ Schools - A proven track record across Exeter, North Devon and Torbay.
  • Fully Vetted, Quality Educators - Every member of our supply team is thoroughly checked and ready to support from day one.
  • Flexible, Responsive Service - We adapt quickly to your needs — whether you’re looking for work or reliable cover.
  • Supportive Community - Join a network where educators feel valued, respected, and connected.

Testimonials
What our teachers and schools are saying about us

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​"Exeter Supply Partnership has been our preferred supply agency for many years. They provide high quality teachers, sometimes at very short notice. They invest in their supply staff with CPD opportunities and encourage their development. They have a great understanding of a school's needs and are very responsive to our particular requests. 

We have engaged supply teachers for both short and long- term cover and have benefited from their help in recruiting several members of teaching staff, with no charge made to the school for a "finder's fee"

I would highly recommend Exeter Supply Partnership for the amazing professional service that they provide."​

School Business Manager -  ​St Martin's  C of E Primary and Nursery School​

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"I could not have asked for a better step into teaching than ESP. They are incredibly supportive, offer lots of excellent CPD, and do their best to make sure the work is consistent. Communication is always top-notch, and I could not recommend them more. "

Teacher

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 ​“Thank you for providing us with consistent supply teaching during this period - we really appreciated being able to reassure the children and parents that we had a plan in place for consistency during the class teachers absence. Thank you to the teachers who covered for all being brilliant during their days with us."

Executive Head of School - St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Axminster​

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​"I was ready to give up on supply teaching until I happened to come across an advert for ESP, quite by chance.  I've really appreciated you asking, and completely accepting, which schools and year groups we're happy to work in, it really does make a huge difference.  It's also been great having access to training courses and network meetings, and it's a lovely opportunity to talk to other supply teachers."​

Teacher

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"ESP are always helpful, efficient and a joy to work with. thank you"

St Michael's Primary Academy

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​“Working for Exeter Supply Partnership was such a fantastic experience. I was welcomed with open arms, taken care of every step of the way and their communication was always impeccable. I highly recommend working for such a professional team that truly care about their staff members. They certainly set the bar high and I'll be sure to recommend them to others. I'm truly grateful to have been a part of their team.”

Nursery Practitioner

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​“ESP have become my 'go to' first choice for supply be it a last minute request or planned ahead they couldn't be easier to contact or more helpful.  We can rely on quality teachers at the best rates.  I would and regularly do recommend them to teachers and schools alike.”

Rockbeare CofE Primary School

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​​“​I couldn’t recommend working for ESP any higher! If you want to be able to teach in schools through a trusted and reliable organisation with a schedule that suits you… this is your organisation!"

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Ready to Get Started?

​Whether you’re looking for flexible teaching work or trusted supply staff, we’re ready to support you.