Job description
Job title: Geography Teacher
Location: Barnsley
Salary: Up to £220 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Long-Term/ Day-to-day, Full-Time / Part-Time
Can you inspire pupils to explore the world around them and develop a deeper understanding of places, people and environments?
GSL Education South Yorkshire Branch are looking to appoint a knowledgeable Geography Teacher to work with a dynamic school in Barnsley. The successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons, make geographical concepts accessible and encourage pupils to think critically about the world and its changing environments.
As a Geography Teacher, you will:
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with curriculum requirements.
- Teach geographical concepts using maps, data, case studies and other resources.
- Encourage pupils to ask questions and develop analytical skills.
- Adapt lessons to support different abilities and learning needs.
- Assess pupils' understanding and provide constructive feedback.
- Maintain positive classroom behaviour and high expectations.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to support academic progress.
Requirements for the Geography Teacher role:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent is essential.
- Strong subject knowledge in Geography.
- Previous experience teaching in a school setting is desirable.
- Effective classroom and behaviour management skills.
- Ability to make complex topics engaging and accessible.
- Strong planning, communication and organisational skills.
- Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
- Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
Geography helps pupils understand the relationship between people, places and the natural world. As a Geography Teacher, you can encourage curiosity, develop critical thinking and help students connect classroom learning with real-world issues.
What can GSL Education offer you?
- Access to teaching opportunities throughout Barnsley and the wider South Yorkshire area.
- Personalised support from a dedicated consultant.
- Competitive daily rates and ongoing professional guidance.
Please be advised that 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.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across South Yorkshire.
For more information or to register your interest in the Geography Teacher role, please click Apply Now to submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.