Job description
Looking for a Key Stage 2 Teacher in Barnsley!
Job Title: Key Stage 2 Teacher
Location: Barnsley
Salary: Up to £220 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: September 2026
Are you an enthusiastic Key Stage 2 Teacher who enjoys helping pupils build confidence, develop independence and achieve their best? A welcoming primary school in Barnsley is looking for a dedicated teacher to join their team from September 2026.
About the Role:
As a Key Stage 2 Teacher, you will plan and deliver engaging lessons that inspire pupils and support their academic and personal development. You will assess progress, adapt learning to meet individual needs and create a classroom environment where children feel motivated to succeed. GSL Education South Yorkshire are working with schools seeking committed teachers who can deliver high-quality learning experiences while encouraging every pupil to reach their potential.
About the School:
This inclusive primary school is committed to providing a supportive and engaging learning environment where every child is encouraged to thrive. Staff work collaboratively to maintain high standards of teaching, positive behaviour and strong pastoral care, making it an enjoyable and rewarding place to teach.
Responsibilities:
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Plan and deliver engaging lessons across the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
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Assess, monitor and record pupil progress.
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Differentiate learning to meet the needs of individual pupils.
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Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
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Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
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Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and carers where appropriate.
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Contribute to the wider life of the school where appropriate.
Requirements:
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
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Experience teaching within Key Stage 2 or a strong understanding of the KS2 curriculum.
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Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
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Excellent communication and organisational skills.
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A passion for delivering high-quality primary education.
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An enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or willingness to apply for one through GSL Education.
If you're ready to inspire young people and are interested in this opportunity, submit your CV today.
To work with GSL Education as a Key Stage 2 Teacher, you should:
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Have the right to work in the UK.
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Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.
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Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
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.
We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses.
In addition to that, GSL Education is currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (Ts &Cs apply).
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the local area.
For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV. Joe Ganley at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly.