Teacher

Darton Primary School, Barnsley South, South Yorkshire, S75 5AD

7 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  18 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  11 May 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: Mon -Fri 32.4hrs
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

Darton Primary School

As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a full-time teacher to join the team at Darton Primary School. The school is part of Hoyland Common Academy Trust (HCAT).

At Darton Primary School, we are committed to providing an inclusive and nurturing learning environment where every child can thrive. We believe that all children, regardless of their individual needs, deserve an education that empowers them to reach their full potential. If you're looking for a school where safety, happiness and future opportunities for all our learners are at the heart of everything we do, then Darton Primary is the school for you.

We are looking for enthusiastic and imaginative teachers who:

• Have high expectations for all children’s achievement.
• Have a caring and passionate attitude to their work.
• Have a commitment to positive behaviour management.
• Are passionate about learning.
• Can demonstrate a history of impact and success.
• Can communicate their passion to children and colleagues alike.

Are creative, imaginative, determined, resourceful and adaptable

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• A dedicated, effective and supportive staff team;
• Excellent opportunities for developing teaching skills;
• A positive environment based on our core values
• Motivated, well-behaved children.
• A high-quality learning environment with good resources and facilities.
• Investment in CPD

We welcome visits to the school. Please contact the school office on 01226 394050 to arrange a visit.

Flexible working opportunities

To recognise our employee’s contribution in delivering our vision and values, we offer lots of rewards to support them to thrive and grow, whatever their role. HCAT offer an extensive range of opportunities, incentives and benefits including:

• Membership of either the South Yorkshire Pension Scheme (Support Staff) orTeacherPension Scheme (Teaching roles)
• Access to free Financial Advice
• Access to the VIVUP benefits website including Cycle to Work, car leasing and technology schemes and discounts on retailers, holidays, days out, etc.
• Free Flu Jabs available, discounted Local Gym and Health Clubs and access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice, physiotherapy, and weight management.
• Flexible working arrangements wherever possible
• Training and development opportunities

Further information about the job

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.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. References will be taken up prior to interview.

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. Online searches will be carried out for all preferred candidates. This includes a search on the world wide web and relevant social media sites.

Commitment to safeguarding

At Darton Primary School, keeping our children safe is of vital importance and is a significant part of school life.

For further information about how we keep children safe please visit https://www.dartonprimary.com/ to read our Safeguarding Policy. .

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Darton Primary School

• School type: Academies, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 288 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Darton Primary School website
• Email address: linda.johnson@hcacademytrust.education
• Phone number: 01226 394050
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/darton-primary-school

Darton Primary School
Learn, Play, Enjoy, Discover

Darton Primary School is a caring school, committed to the highest possible standards of teaching and learning. We strive to ensure that all children are given every opportunity to enjoy their primary school experience and that they thrive in our happy, stimulating, vibrant community school. We offer a rich and balanced curriculum and staff work hard to ensure that all children receive the support and encouragement they need to reach their full potential. We aim to instil initiative and aspiration for their future; believing it is not about what they can do but how far they can go.

Arranging a visit to Darton Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email linda.johnson@hcacademytrust.education.

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