EYFS Teacher - Barnsley

Location: Barnsley
Job Type: Supply Teaching
Industry: Early Years Teaching
Reference: EYFSBarn
Salary: £130 - 200 per day
Job Published: 2 days ago

Location: Barnsley

Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Start Date: January 2026 or sooner
Salary: £130–£200 per day (depending on experience)

 

Love helping little learners take their first steps in education? We’ve got a fantastic opportunity for an EYFS Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in the heart of Barnsley.

This school is proud of its nurturing Early Years provision — full of laughter, creativity, and curiosity. They’re looking for a teacher who brings energy, warmth, and plenty of imagination to the classroom. Someone who can turn counting, phonics, and play into moments of discovery and joy.

 

About the role:

  • Teach within a well-resourced and supportive EYFS environment

  • Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences

  • Work closely with experienced support staff to create a safe, stimulating space

  • Build strong relationships with pupils and parents to support early development

  • Use observation and assessment to celebrate progress and tailor next steps

 

What the school offers:

  • A caring, inclusive team with strong leadership

  • Access to outdoor learning areas and creative EYFS resources

  • A focus on wellbeing for both staff and pupils

  • Regular CPD and mentoring for ongoing professional growth

 

You’ll need:

  • QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or EYFS teaching qualification

  • Experience teaching or supporting children in an Early Years setting

  • A positive, patient, and playful approach to learning

  • A genuine passion for helping every child feel seen, safe, and supported

 

Why choose Protocol Education?

  • Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella companies

  • FREE access to our online CPD Academy

  • Personalised support from your own consultant

  • Opportunities in mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings

  • A quick, streamlined registration process

 

If you believe learning through play is powerful, and you’re ready to help little ones thrive, apply today and let’s find your next brilliant classroom together. 

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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