Subject Specialist

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a Subject Specialist in Barnsley to deliver high-quality lessons in various subjects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in their subject and experience in schools. This role offers competitive daily pay, flexible working hours, and support from an education consultant. A strong commitment to safeguarding is essential.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay (£95 – £120)

Flexible working hours

Support from education consultant

Qualifications

• Experience delivering or supporting lessons in school.
• Willingness to apply for an enhanced DBS.
• Ability to engage and focus students during lessons.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons in your specialist subject area.
• Support student understanding and manage classroom behaviour.
• Communicate progress and concerns to teaching staff.

Skills

Classroom management

Strong communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Degree in subject specialism

Teaching qualification

Job description

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Are you a passionate Subject Specialist looking to share your expertise across Barnsley (S70)?

GSL Education are seeking knowledgeable and dedicated Subject Specialists to deliver high-quality lessons across various subjects in schools within Barnsley (S70). Whether you're available for flexible day-to-day work or seeking a long-term position, we can match you with schools that suit your subject and schedule.

Key Responsibilities of the Subject Specialist:

• Deliver pre-planned lessons in your specialist subject area (e.g., English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Languages, etc.).
• Maintain engagement and focus throughout lessons.
• Support student understanding and address queries when needed.
• Manage classroom behaviour and uphold school policies.
• Communicate progress and concerns to relevant teaching staff.

Requirements for the Subject Specialist role:

• A degree in your subject specialism and/or teaching qualification is desirable.
• Experience delivering or supporting lessons in school.
• Confident classroom management and strong communication skills.
• Adaptability to cover across year groups and subjects when needed.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply via GSL Education.

Benefits of Joining GSL Education:

• Competitive daily pay (£95 – £120 depending on experience).
• Flexible working to fit around your availability – day-to-day or long-term.
• Ideal for graduates or aspiring teachers wanting subject-specific experience.
• Support and guidance from your own dedicated education consultant.

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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

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

To apply for this Subject Specialist role in Barnsley (S70), click ‘apply now’ and a consultant will be in touch to match you with the right opportunity.