Secondary School Teacher

GSL Education; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 27,675 - 36,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible teaching opportunities

Support from consultants

Varied placements

Professional guidance

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a dedicated Secondary School Teacher to join Wakefield-area schools. This role requires delivering engaging lessons, managing classrooms, and supporting students to meet academic standards. DBS update service is preferred, and QTS or equivalent is essential.

The position offers opportunities across local secondary schools with flexible day-to-day or long-term placements, starting immediately.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent is essential.
• Experience teaching within secondary school settings.
• Sound understanding of curriculum delivery, assessment, and classroom standards is required.
• Clear communication, strong organisation, and professional judgement are desirable.
• Confidence in leading lessons across different groups and ability levels is essential.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• Deliver well-structured lessons that meet curriculum expectations.
• Maintain a positive classroom environment that supports focus and participation.
• Use assessment and feedback to help students understand their next steps.
• Encourage students to develop confidence, independence, and positive learning habits.
• Adapt teaching methods to support a range of abilities and learning needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to promote achievement, behaviour, and wellbeing.

Skills

QTS

Secondary teaching

Classroom management

Assessment & feedback

Curriculum delivery

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Secondary School Teacher; Location: Wakefield (WF5); Payrates: £150 - £200 per day (Depending on experience); Start Date: Immediate; Contract: Full-time/ Part-time, Day-to-day/ Long-term

Are you ready to bring confident teaching and strong classroom practice to secondary learners?

GSL Education South Yorkshire branch is recruiting a Secondary School Teacher to join supportive secondary schools in Wakefield (WF5). We are interested in hearing from a committed and adaptable teacher who can deliver engaging lessons, maintain positive classroom routines, and support students in making steady academic progress.

This Secondary School Teacher position focuses on delivering clear, effective lessons while maintaining strong classroom management and supporting students to meet expected academic standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver well-structured lessons that meet curriculum expectations.
• Maintain a positive classroom environment that supports focus and participation.
• Use assessment and feedback to help students understand their next steps.
• Encourage students to develop confidence, independence, and positive learning habits.
• Adapt teaching methods to support a range of abilities and learning needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to promote achievement, behaviour, and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent is essential.
• Experience teaching within secondary school settings.
• Sound understanding of curriculum delivery, assessment, and classroom standards is required.
• Clear communication, strong organisation, and professional judgement are desirable.
• Confidence in leading lessons across different groups and ability levels is essential.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply).

Benefits / Why Join GSL Education

• Access rewarding teaching opportunities suited to your availability and experience.
• Access flexible teaching opportunities across local secondary schools.
• Strengthen your classroom experience through varied placements.
• Receive practical support from consultants throughout your assignments.
• Continue building your teaching profile while supporting students' academic progress.

Please note: this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection; successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

Safeguarding / Equal Opportunity: GSL Education is committed to ethical, inclusive recruitment and to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across South Yorkshire.

For more information or to register your interest in the Secondary School 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.