Job description

General Supply Teacher

Location: Pontefract (WF7)
Daily Rate: £140 to £190 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP/January 2025
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Full-Time


Are you a dynamic and motivated teacher ready to embrace the challenges and rewards of teaching in diverse school environments?

GSL Education are seeking adaptable educators to support schools in Pontefract. This role offers an excellent chance to develop your teaching experience and make a meaningful impact in the classroom.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Deliver engaging and effective lessons in line with the school’s curriculum.
  • Step into different classrooms and year groups as needed.
  • Manage classroom behaviour effectively to create a positive learning atmosphere.
  • Support students’ learning and ensure they stay on track during your lessons.
  • Follow the school’s policies and provide detailed handovers for regular teachers.

What You’ll Bring as a Teacher:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
  • Experience teaching in primary, secondary school settings would be beneficial.
  • Flexibility, resilience, and the ability to adapt to different teaching environments.
  • Strong communication and classroom management skills.
  • A commitment to the safeguarding and well-being of all students.
  • Currently residing in the UK.
  • A valid enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

Why Choose This Role?

  • Experience teaching across a variety of schools in Pontefract.
  • Opportunity to develop professionally while enjoying flexibility in your schedule.
  • A competitive daily rate, reflective of your skills and experience.
  • Support from a dedicated team to ensure smooth transitions between schools.
  • The chance to inspire and engage students from diverse backgrounds.


Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Pontefract.

For more information or to register your interest in this General Supply Teacher role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch!