KS2 Teacher

Lift Shafton

High Street
Barnsley, S72 8QA
United Kingdom

Salary: M1-6/ UPS 3+ well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: 37 per week, 38 weeks per year

Contract type: Permanent

Closing date: 24th June - 12 noon

Interview date: 29th June

Start date: September 2026 (January is also negotiable)

An excellent education for every child, in every classroom, every day

About the role:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious Primary Teacher to join our dedicated team from September 2026. While the role is ideally suited to a Key Stage 2 practitioner, we are also open to exceptional Key Stage 1 teachers. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented educator who is passionate about delivering high-quality teaching and ensuring every child achieves their full potential. Whether you are an Early Career Teacher looking for outstanding support and development, or an experienced teacher seeking the next step in your career, we offer a collaborative environment, high-quality professional development and clear pathways for future leadership opportunities.

Alongside excellent professional development, we offer opportunities to lead initiatives, contribute to school improvement and build the skills needed for future middle and senior leadership roles.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has experience of teaching within the primary phase (Key Stage 2 experience desirable, but not essential).
• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for all pupils.
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of effective teaching, learning and assessment.
• Is committed to raising standards and improving outcomes for every child.
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Embraces professional development and is committed to continual improvement.
• Is keen to contribute to the wider life of the school.
• Shows the ambition and potential to take on additional responsibilities and develop into future leadership roles.

About the school:

Lift Shafton is a welcoming and inclusive school community where every child and every member of staff experiences a genuine sense of belonging. We are proud to provide a supportive, nurturing and joyful environment in which our team works collectively to deliver the outstanding education that our families deserve.

Lift Shafton is a truly special place to learn and to work - a professional yet caring community where dedicated and talented staff are valued and enabled to thrive, and where internal development is key to us. Lift Shafton is also a place where all children, regardless of background or ability, are supported to flourish.

If you want to join a forward-thinking team where your contribution makes a visible difference, and be part of a community that is ambitious for every child, then Lift Shafton is the place to grow your career.

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 59 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

• Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
• Our partnership with One World powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including Ambition Institute's Early Career and NPQ offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.