13 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    5 January 2026

  • Closing date

    27 November 2025 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    14 November 2025

Job details

Job role

  • Teacher

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 2

Working pattern

Part time: To be discussed at interview

Contract type

Fixed term - 1

Pay scale

M1

What skills and experience we're looking for

Qualified Teacher Status

√ Thorough knowledge of teaching, learning and curriculum in primary schools

√ Commitment to continued professional development

√ Evidence of recent & relevant training

√ Safeguarding Awareness

√ Relevant experience Experience of teaching in primary schools

√ Experience in teaching early years in primary schools (If applying for the EYFS role)

√ Able to evidence excellent pupil progress

√ Experience of working positively and closely with staff, parents and guardians

√ Effective experience in creating a positive climate and environment to secure accelerated learning

√ Recent OFSTED experience

√ Professional knowledge & skills An excellent or developing classroom practitioner

√ Effective use of assessment data to plan sequence of learning that secures accelerated progress

√ Work effectively as part of a team, relating well to colleagues, pupils and parents

√ Excellent use of ICT to support learning

√ Be Ambitious. Be Compassionate. Be Inclusive. High expectations of all pupils

√ Detailed knowledge of the National Curriculum and its planning and delivery

√ Implications of the Code of Practice for Special Educational Needs for teaching and learning

√ Evidence of ability to maintain high standards of behaviour and develop attitudes of care, control and cooperation

√ Experience of curriculum planning as part of a team

√ Ability to self-motivate and lead a team of support staff

√ High level of oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate with a wide range of audiences

√ Able to offer subject expertise

√ High level of organisational and planning skills

√ Ability to use initiative, solve problems, make decisions and motivate others

√ Ability to use initiative, solve problems, make decisions and motivate others

√ Other additional factors A commitment to abide by and promote equal opportunities, Health and Safety and Child Protection Policies

√ Commitment to an involvement in extra-curricular activities

Thirsk Community Primary School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Class Teacher to join us full time. This exciting role offers a unique opportunity to contribute as part of our Inclusion leadership group, helping to shape an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every pupil thrives.

What the school offers its staff

Thirsk Community Primary School is a vibrant and welcoming primary school located in the heart of the Hambleton estate, a deprived area in the market town of Thirsk, North Yorkshire. Set within large grounds featuring extensive green space, we offer a nurturing environment where every child can flourish. We are committed to fostering a strong community spirit and providing exceptional education. We also proudly run a Governor Led Nursery, further embedding our role at the centre of our local community.

Salary:

This post is offered on the Teacher Main Pay Scale

Why Work at Thirsk Community Primary School?

  • Our Vision: Creating an inspiring learning community, which allows every person to thrive, achieve their full potential and shape a brighter future.
  • Our Values: Be Ambitious. Be Compassionate. Be Inclusive. These values underpin every decision we make.
  • Be part of a passionate, supportive, and hard-working team dedicated to making a difference. • Join a community-centered school where health and wellbeing are a priority.
  • Experience our unique approach to middle leadership through leadership groups in Curriculum, Inclusion, and Personal Development.
  • Work in an environment where your professional growth and wellbeing are supported and encouraged.
  • Make a real impact on pupils and families in a school that values and celebrates their achievements.
  • Be inspired daily by pupils who make us proud through their resilience and enthusiasm.

If you are ready to join a school that values ambition, compassion, and inclusivity, and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners, we would love to hear from you.

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.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Upload additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About Thirsk Community Primary School

School type
Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary
School size
148 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01845 524349

Arranging a visit to Thirsk Community Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@thirsk-pri.n-yorks.sch.uk.

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