Supply Teacher

GSL Education; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a dedicated Supply Teacher to work across secondary schools in York, offering flexible day-to-day, short-term, or longer-term assignments. You will deliver engaging lessons, manage classrooms, and maintain continuity of learning in varied environments.

The ideal candidate will hold QTS/QTLS or equivalent, have secondary school experience, and demonstrate strong safeguarding commitment while maintaining high teaching standards and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• QTS/QTLS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching in a secondary school.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Flexible, reliable and professional approach to teaching.
• Ability to engage and motivate students across abilities.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and delivering high‑quality education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across your subject or provide general classroom cover.
• Follow school policies and lesson plans to ensure continuity of learning.
• Maintain positive classroom behaviour and create a productive learning environment.
• Adapt confidently to different schools, year groups and classroom settings.
• Assess student understanding and provide feedback.
• Collaborate with school staff to support positive educational outcomes.

Skills

QTS/QTLS

Secondary school experience

Classroom management

Communication skills

Flexible

Reliability

Motivation

Safeguarding

Education

QT S/QTLS or equivalent

Job description

Job Title:Supply Teacher
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Contract Type: Temporary, Supply, Part-Time, Full-Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026
Salary Scale: £130 - £180 per day (Depending on experience)

Enjoy the flexibility of supply teaching while inspiring young minds and making a positive impact across a range of secondary schools!

GSL Education are currently recruiting for a dedicated, adaptable, and enthusiastic Supply Teacher to work across secondary schools in York.

This is an excellent opportunity for qualified teachers seeking flexible work that fits around their lifestyle while continuing to deliver high-quality education. Whether you are looking for day-to-day, short-term, or longer-term assignments, you will have the opportunity to teach in a variety of school settings and broaden your classroom experience.

About the Role:

As a Supply Teacher, you will deliver engaging lessons, maintain high standards of classroom management, and ensure continuity of learning during teacher absences. You will quickly adapt to different school environments while creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere where students can thrive.

Core Responsibilities of the Supply Teacher:

• Deliver engaging lessons across your subject specialism or provide general classroom cover as required
• Follow school policies and lesson plans to ensure continuity of learning
• Maintain positive classroom behaviour and create a productive learning environment
• Adapt confidently to different schools, year groups, and classroom settings
• Assess student understanding and provide feedback where appropriate
• Work collaboratively with school staff to support positive educational outcomes

As the Ideal Supply Teacher, You Should Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Experience teaching within a secondary school setting
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills
• A flexible, reliable, and professional approach to teaching
• Ability to engage and motivate students across a range of abilities
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and delivering high-quality education

To Work with GSL Education, You Must:

• Have the right to work in the UK
• Provide an up-to-date CV with relevant reference information covering the last 2 years
• Have recent teaching experience within an educational setting
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one

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 throughout York.