Class Teacher | MPS/UPS | Cawthorne CE Primary School
Cawthorne CE (VC) Primary School
Taylor Hill
Cawthorne
Barnsley S75 4HB
Classroom Teacher
Commencing 1st January 2027 – temporary contract to cover a maternity leave
until 31st December 2027
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated teacher to join our happy and successful school.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate excellent classroom practice and a passion for developing high quality teaching and learning within a Christian context.
The post is open to experienced practitioners on MPS and those on UPS will also be considered.
This post is not suitable for ECTs or job shares.
We can offer you:
A school culture that is built on Christian values and positive wellbeing
Amazing children who love learning
Happy, supportive staff with strong leadership and governance
A positive and active school community
High quality CPD opportunities
An opportunity to lead a curriculum area
The successful applicant will:
Be an excellent practitioner who can motivate and inspire children
Have the ability to ensure all learners make excellent progress
Be a caring team member who can foster good relationships with everyone in our school community
Be proactive in seeking out high quality professional development opportunities
Demonstrate highly effective subject leadership
Support the Christian ethos and values of the school
Be committed to achieving excellence
Have a commitment to safeguarding and the implementation of policy into daily practice
Visits to the school are welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the School Office on 01226 790447. Application forms and supporting documentation can be found on BMBC’s Engage Website.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 12:00 noon on Monday the 12th October 2026.
Interviews will be held in the week commencing 19th October 2026.
Supporting Documents:
Job Description Teacher Sept 2024.docx
Person Specification Teacher Sept 2024.doc
Cawthorne CE (VC) Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post involves working with children therefore, safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed in accordance with Keeping Children Safe In Education (KCSIE). This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check alongside childcare disqualification; medical; online and social media; prohibition from teaching; right to work; satisfactory references; suitability to work with children checks. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Cawthorne CE (VC) Primary School is an equal opportunities employer.
Please note that it is an offence to apply for a role in a school and/or working with children if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
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