Year 5 Teacher - Long Term Maternity Cover - Barnsley - September 2025 to July 2026

Are you an inspiring Year 5 Teacher looking for a fresh challenge in September 2025? Academics are searching for a passionate Year 5 Teacher to take on a full academic year maternity contract in a warm, welcoming primary school in Barnsley. This is a fantastic opportunity to teach in a supportive environment, free from unnecessary pressures, while still making a lasting impact on your pupils.

Contract details:

• September 2025 start - July 2026 finish
• Full-time, Monday to Friday
• Pay: -820 - -1,300 per week (PAYE - never via an umbrella company)

As a Year 5 Teacher with Academics, you''ll receive the kind of support that makes all the difference. Every one of our consultants is a former teacher, so we truly understand the classroom - and the challenges - from your perspective. You''ll have expert guidance in settling into your new school and building relationships with staff and students.

We''re proud that many teachers have told us they''ve fallen back in love with teaching through Academics. That''s because we put you in control of your career:

• If your role isn''t the right fit, we''ll find you another.
• We have an abundance of long-term contracts to choose from.
• We aim to give every teacher and teaching assistant a small group of core schools to return to - so you''re not "the new face" every time.

Benefits of being a supply teacher with Academics:

• Freedom to focus on teaching without extra admin, Ofsted prep or endless meetings.
• No involvement in staff politics or additional duties beyond your classroom.
• The security of regular work with weekly PAYE pay.
• Access to a wide range of schools, giving you variety without instability.
• Opportunities to build lasting connections with children and colleagues in familiar settings.

As a Year 5 Teacher on this contract, you''ll:

• Inspire, engage, and support your class in achieving their full potential.
• Deliver the curriculum creatively while enjoying the support of a collaborative team.
• Benefit from an easy transition into school life thanks to our first-hand teaching experience.

We know teaching can be tough - but with Academics, you''ll have the chance to focus on what you love most: teaching. We''ll take care of everything else.

If you''re an enthusiastic Year 5 Teacher ready to start in September 2025, and you want to be part of a team that genuinely cares about your career and wellbeing, we''d love to hear from you.

Apply now to secure your place for this exciting Barnsley maternity cover.