Job Description

English Teacher - Supply Work in Barnsley | Tradewind Recruitment

Are you a passionate English Teacher looking for flexible work in Barnsley and the surrounding areas? Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting qualified English Teachers to work on a supply basis in a range of secondary schools and academies across Barnsley, South Yorkshire.

Whether you're an experienced teacher, an ECT, or returning to teaching, supply teaching offers an excellent way to stay in the classroom while maintaining control over your work-life balance.


Why Choose Supply Teaching with Tradewind Recruitment?

Supply teaching is an increasingly popular option for English teachers, and for good reason:

  • Flexibility - Choose when and where you work

  • Work-life balance - Ideal if you're managing other commitments

  • Variety - Gain experience across different Barnsley secondary schools

  • Try before you commit - Perfect stepping stone to long-term or permanent roles

  • Competitive daily rates of pay, paid weekly

  • Access to long-term and short-term supply roles, including day-to-day cover

At Tradewind Recruitment, we work closely with schools to match teachers to roles that suit their experience, preferences, and availability.


The Role: Supply English Teacher (Barnsley)

As a Supply English Teacher, you will:

  • Deliver engaging English lessons across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 opportunities available)

  • Follow school policies and lesson plans where provided

  • Manage classroom behaviour effectively

  • Inspire students to develop confidence in reading, writing, and analysis

  • Adapt quickly to different school environments


What We're Looking For

To be considered for this English teaching supply work in Barnsley, you must:

  • Hold QTS (or equivalent recognised teaching qualification)

  • Have recent experience teaching English in UK secondary schools

  • Have a strong understanding of the UK English curriculum

  • Be reliable, adaptable, and enthusiastic about teaching

  • Be eligible to work in the UK


Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, with a strong presence across South Yorkshire. When you work with us, you benefit from:

  • A dedicated consultant who understands Barnsley schools

  • Access to exclusive supply teaching vacancies

  • Free CPD and safeguarding training

  • Honest advice and long-term career support


Apply Today - English Teacher Supply Jobs in Barnsley

If you're an English Teacher looking for supply work in Barnsley, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to Tradewind Recruitment and discover how supply teaching can work for you. For more information please contact Ben Pearne on 01142870650 or email benjamin.pearne@twrecruitment.com.