Class Teacher

Woodhouse West Primary School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S13 7BP

17 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  22 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  5 June 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
• Working pattern: Full time: Full-time - 32.5 hours Monday-Friday
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 year
• Pay scale: M1 - UPS3

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for an experienced, dynamic and motivated teacher who has high expectations for all pupils. An excellent curriculum knowledge is essential. The successful candidate will be creative, inspirational and have the ability to make learning purposeful and relevant – helping our children to raise their aspirations and believe in their own abilities to succeed. Team work is very important to us so effective communication and the ability to build positive relationships with all children, their families and colleagues is essential.

What the school offers its staff

In return the school and Trust can offer enthusiastic and motivated pupils who want to learn and achieve. There are numerous opportunities to network with colleagues and develop professionally as well as feel personally supported. We have a hardworking, dedicated and supportive team of staff and governors who are excited to meet 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

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring check in line with Section 115 of The Police Act 1997.

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.

Additional documents

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

Job Description & Person Specification.pdf - 219 KB (opens in new tab)

About Woodhouse West Primary School

• School type: Academies, Does not apply, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 403 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Woodhouse West Primary School website
• Email address: recruitment@woodhousewest.sheffield.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01142692602
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/woodhouse-west-primary-school

Sheffield South East Trust (SSET) formed in 2016 and unites seven local primary schools. The schools within the Trust work closely together for the benefit of the children and communities they serve. There are many opportunities for support, training and networking between the schools.

Arranging a visit to Woodhouse West Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@woodhousewest.sheffield.sch.uk.

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