Help Kids Learn: Be a Substitute Teacher!

Job Title: Substitute Teacher
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
Salary: £94 - £140 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time

Are you a versatile and enthusiastic educator looking to step into a flexible teaching role?

GSL Education are seeking a committed Substitute Teacher to join  a welcoming school in Portsmouth. This role is perfect for teachers who enjoy working across various subjects and year groups, providing continuity of learning in the absence of regular teachers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across a variety of subjects and year groups in secondary school settings.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively, ensuring a positive and focused learning environment.
• Support students in their academic development, helping them engage with lessons and progress in their studies.
• Provide feedback to school staff regarding student progress, participation, and classroom behaviour.
• Adapt quickly to different classroom settings, maintaining a high standard of teaching throughout.

Requirements for the Role:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification is preferred.
• Prior experience in teaching or classroom management is advantageous.
• Strong communication, organisational, and classroom management skills.
• A flexible and proactive approach to working in diverse secondary school environments.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection practices.
• Provide an up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years, including an explanation for any gaps in employment.
• An enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service, or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.

Why Choose GSL Education?

• Competitive daily pay rates of £94 - £140 per day, based on experience.
• Opportunities to gain varied teaching experience across multiple schools.
• Supportive consultants dedicated to your career progression and offering guidance every step of the way.
• A chance to work in welcoming, dynamic y school environments.

If you're an inspiring Substitute Teacher – or someone ready to take the next step into teaching – we would love to hear from you!

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.

For more information or to register your interest in the Substitute Teacher role in Portsmouth, 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.

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