Early Years Teacher

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Barnsley
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Education
This role is not offered with visa sponsorship, though the employer is a licensed UK sponsor

SKILLS

EYFS curriculum knowledge Play-based learning techniques Child development understanding Classroom management Differentiation Safeguarding Communication skills Teamwork

FULL DESCRIPTION

Early Years Teacher

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S72 9EJ

Job start date: 1 September 2026

Closing date: 11 May 2026 at 12pm

Date listed: 20 April 2026

Job details

  • Job role: Teacher
  • Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
  • Key stage: Early years
  • Working pattern: Full time
  • Contract type: Permanent
  • Pay scale: M3 to M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Governing Body of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is delighted to invite applications for an exceptional, enthusiastic and highly skilled Early Years Teacher to lead our brand-new nursery provision, opening in September 2026.

About the Role

  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum
  • Create a nurturing, stimulating and inclusive environment
  • Set high expectations for all children
  • Be passionate about giving every child the very best start to their education
  • Deliver high-quality, play-based learning experiences
  • Lead and shape the development of our new nursery provision
  • Build strong, positive relationships

About You

  • Enthusiastic, caring and reflective Early Years practitioner
  • Strong understanding of child development
  • Highly organised and able to work in a team
  • Motivated and forward-thinking
  • Commitment to excellence in Early Years education
  • Support the school's Christian ethos

What the school offers its staff

  • Brand-new, purpose-built nursery facility
  • Opportunity to shape a new provision from the beginning
  • Dedicated and supportive staff team
  • Strong school community
  • Nurturing environment rooted in Christian values
  • High-quality indoor and outdoor learning spaces
  • Commitment to professional development

Visits Welcome – contact the school office: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] or visit [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Further information

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. Visas cannot be sponsored. Closing date: 12pm Monday 11th May 2026. Shortlisting: Tuesday 12th May 2026. Interviews: 14th and 15th May 2026.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding. Offers may be subject to DBS, medical, online checks, references, and right to work verification.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application. CVs will not be accepted.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11, primary school, 204 pupils. View Ofsted report | School website | Email: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] | Phone: [contact hidden]

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