Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Helme Church of England Academy, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 5RW

18 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  1 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  14 May 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, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - at least 6 months - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: Main Pay Scale

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for someone who:

• Has an understanding of the expectations of the curriculum; and how to build in challenge.
• Has an interest in their own professional development
• Demonstrates optimism about children and expects the highest possible standards.
• Nurtures children’s emotional wellbeing.
• Is supportive of our church ethos and Christian values.
• Is able to empower children to develop a love of learning and make rapid progress.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• A strong team of staff and governors who are supportive and care for each other.
• Opportunity to contribute to curriculum development.
• A commitment to enable you to grow professionally and be part of a true learning culture.
• Children who are polite, kind and eager to learn.
• The opportunities to lead and contribute to school improvement as you develop leadership skills.

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check.  A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

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.

Teacher job description.docx - 69.6 KB (opens in new tab)

LAMAT Job Application form Sept 25 - Blank.docx - 88.5 KB (opens in new tab)

Main Scale Person Spec.doc - 1.12 MB (opens in new tab)

LAMAT Job Application form Sept 25 - Blank.docx - 88.5 KB (opens in new tab)

About Helme Church of England Academy

• School type: Academies, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 132 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Helme Church of England Academy website
• Email address: office@helmeschool.com
• Phone number: 01484854524
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/helme-church-of-england-academy

Helme C of E is a Church of England Academy with an inclusive ethos in the beautiful rural village of Helme on the outskirts of Meltham. We are a welcoming, positive, supportive and forward looking school. We work together to develop children who are respectful, happy, tolerant, curious and collaborative as well as academically successful.

Arranging a visit to Helme Church of England Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@helmeschool.com.

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