Key Stage 2 Class Teacher | MPS | Summerfields Primary Academy
Summerfields Primary Academy
Key Stage 2 Class Teacher
Start date: January 2027 or as soon as possible after
Location: Royston, Barnsley
Contract type: Full time (Monday to Friday )
Pay scale: MPS
Contract term: Permanent
Do these values mean something to you?
ENJOYMENT, GROWTH, RESILIENCE & RESPECT.
Are you a child’s champion? Then this could be school for you!!
Summerfields Primary Academy is part of the growing Pioneer Academies Community Trust (PACT).
The Local Governing Body of this Community Academy is seeking to appoint a teacher who has a passion and enthusiasm for learning, one that will work with us to maintain our good status and become a champion for the children we serve. Summerfields is a community. We believe that all children have the right to enjoy school whilst growing as human beings, becoming resilient to all aspects of life, founded on a mutual respect.
This is played out in our school values of ENJOYMENT, GROWTH, RESILIENCE & RESPECT.
Our pupils are the priority in our school and just like the staff, believe that Summerfields a special place. The successful candidate will become part of our ‘Team’ and add to the values of our school.
Summerfields is a popular school, oversubscribed in most year groups
We have a vibrant environment, which utilizes inside and outside spaces to foster the independent learner. We are committed to supporting the right candidate in career progression and skill development at any stage of their journey. As an experienced team, we have the skills, along with Trust pioneers, to drive forward strong practitioners of the future, both children and adults.
The successful candidate to the teaching position will play a key role within the team to drive forward academy improvement and alongside our established team, continue to develop the quality of our reading and writing curriculum.
The right candidate must have a strength in the development of the core aspects of the foundations of learning, we would support and develop any areas of expertise or interests which the candidate could bring to the role, to further enhance the curriculum and deliver quality teaching, learning and outcomes.
This is an exciting opportunity that would suit a motivated, energetic and ambitious individual who wishes to work closely with the Academy Leadership Team in further developing an enriched curriculum with a clear focus on providing independent and deep learning for all children. Helping us to maintain our values and deliver a bespoke curriculum which ‘opens up the world’ to our community.
We are looking for someone who:
· Is an exemplary classroom practitioner who will model outstanding practice and lead by example.
· Has a positive attitude and a genuine commitment to maintaining high standards of attainment, progress and behaviour across the Academy.
· Has the commitment required to work in partnership with parents/carers, the Multi Academy Trust (MAT) and the wider academy community.
· Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills and work as part of a dedicated team.
· Has experience across key stages, particularly upper Key Stage 2, with knowledge of the progression of children’s learning.
· Is able to uphold our school values and weave these into daily practise
· Will be a champion for the children in their care
We can offer:
· A welcoming, supportive and inclusive academy ethos. Where our school community cares and supports each other to be the best versions of ourselves
· Delightful, well-motivated children with enthusiasm, an eagerness to learn and who are happy, considerate and respectful.
· A dedicated, supportive and hard-working team who work closely with parents, governors, the MAT, and the community to provide the best care, teaching and learning for our children.
· Quality professional development opportunities.
· A team dedicated to being the best we can be for our pupils and each other
· A dedicated wellbeing day annually
· Flexible PPA opportunities half termly
Application forms and further details are available by contacting The School Office on 01226 722480 or officespa@pioneeract.org.uk or k.brook@pioneeract.org.uk
All potential applicants are welcome to visit the academy. We would encourage you to visit school during the school day where our fantastic children, who are the schools’ best ambassadors, can show you why Summerfields is a great place to be! Summerfields Primary Academy use Class Dojo to celebrate our community, we will happily share this with you on your visit to view our amazing school.
Supporting Documents:
Recruitment will involve a lesson observation, meeting with the school council and a formal interview.
Closing date: Wednesday 25th November 2026 at 12 pm
Interviews: Wednesday 2nd December 2026
Please note for this post you will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Baring Service check. This will also include a social media platform check.
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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