Confidence is on the rise among supply teachers on their career prospects, according to research from contractor services provider giant group.

The research shows just 8% of supply teachers now spend 90 days or more without work, compared to 13% surveyed last year.

Meanwhile, 25% of supply teachers say that financial issues (more income) are their main reasons for contracting, compared to 39.2% in Q1 2010.  

More than half (55%) of supply teachers say their primary consideration when deciding to become a contractor is ‘lifestyle/freedom’. This compares with 39.2% in Q1 10.