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Class Teacher

Job details
Posting date: 09 January 2026
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 19 January 2026
Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S74 9ET
Company: Teaching Vacancies
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: ca8380df-58c3-4137-ac8a-98b715750f5c

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for enthusiastic and imaginative teachers who:

• Have high expectations for all children’s achievement.
• Have a caring and passionate attitude to their work.
• Have a commitment to positive behaviour management.
• Are passionate about learning.
• Can demonstrate a history of impact and success.
• Can communicate their passion to children and colleagues alike.
• Are creative, imaginative, determined, resourceful and adaptable.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• A dedicated, effective and supportive staff team;
• Excellent opportunities for developing teaching skills;
• A positive environment based on our core values
• Motivated, well-behaved children.
• A high-quality learning environment with good resources and facilities.
• Investment in CPD

Further details about the role

As part of our continued growth, we are looking for both full-time and part-time teachers to join the team at West Meadows Primary School.The school is part of Hoyland Common Academy Trust (HCAT).

At West Meadows Primary School, we are committed to providing an inclusive and nurturing learning environment where every child can thrive. We believe that all children, regardless of their individual needs, deserve an education that empowers them to reach their full potential. If you're looking for a school where safety, happiness and future opportunities for all our learners are at the heart of everything we do, then West Meadows is the school for you.

We welcome visits to the school. Please contact the school office on 01226 749164 to arrange avisit.

To recognise our employee’s contribution in delivering our vision and values, we offer lots of rewards to support them to thrive and grow, whatever their role. HCAT offer an extensive range of opportunities, incentives and benefits including:

• Membership of either the South Yorkshire Pension Scheme (Support Staff) orTeacherPension Scheme (Teaching roles)
• Access to free Financial Advice
• Access to the VIVUP benefits website including Cycle to Work, car leasing and technology schemes and discounts on retailers, holidays, days out, etc.
• Free Flu Jabs available, discounted Local Gym and Health Clubs and access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice, physiotherapy, and weight management.
• Flexible working arrangements wherever possible
• Training and development opportunities

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. References will be taken up prior to interview.

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