KS1 Teacher - Barnsley

Protocol Education Ltd; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable education agency is seeking a KS1 Teacher for a full-time, long-term position in Barnsley starting in January 2026. The role involves creating a nurturing classroom environment and working closely with a supportive team. Applicants should have UK QTS and a passion for early learning. The agency offers competitive pay, online training, and a dedicated consultant to assist through the process. Apply today to take the next step in your teaching career.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella deductions

Free access to online CPD Academy

Dedicated consultant support

Referral rewards

Opportunities across various settings

Qualifications

• Experience in KS1 (school is open to ECTs).

Responsibilities

• Teach a KS1 class with support.
• Create a nurturing learning environment.
• Work closely with the KS1 team.
• Bring creative ideas into phonics and early writing.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and families.

Skills

Positive, engaging approach

Passion for early learning

Education

UK QTS

Job description

KS1 Teacher – Barnsley

Full-time, long-term role – starts Jan 2026

Dreaming of a classroom where little learners are curious, chatty, and absolutely full of beans? We’re working with a lovely primary school in Barnsley that’s looking for a KS1 teacher to join their team. The school is warm, friendly, and well supported, and they’re ready to welcome someone who brings energy and kindness to the classroom.

What you’ll be doing

• Teaching a brilliant KS1 class with plenty of support
• Creating a nurturing space where pupils feel safe, seen, and excited to learn
• Working closely with a supportive KS1 team
• Bringing creative ideas into phonics, early writing, and number work
• Building positive relationships with pupils and families

What the school offers

• A welcoming, community-minded environment
• Clear routines and strong leadership
• Helpful planning support and shared resources
• A team that genuinely looks out for each other

What you’ll need

• UK QTS
• KS1 experience (school is open to ECTs too)
• A positive, engaging approach
• A passion for early learning

Why join Protocol Education?

• Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella deductions
• Free access to our online CPD Academy
• A dedicated consultant who supports you every step
• Opportunities across mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings
• Fast, streamlined registration
• Referral rewards when you bring a friend on board

Ready to meet your new class? Apply today or drop us a message and we’ll talk you through it.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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