19 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 September 2026

  • Closing date

    11 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    22 April 2026

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 2

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

ECT, MPS and Upper Pay Scale will be considered.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint someone who;

Is an outstanding KS2 practitioner who values the opportunity to develop the whole child in a supportive and stimulating environment.

Is a team player who is excited to be part of our continued journey towards excellence.

Is a teacher who promotes a stimulating learning environment where creativity drives their teaching.

Is dedicated to doing whatever it takes so children achieve the best outcomes and experiences at Southdale.

What the school offers its staff


Work with amazing pupils, who fully engage in all aspects of their own learning.


Develop your skills in a vibrant school.

Work as part of a highly skilled team of teachers and support staff.

Ongoing CPD.

The opportunity to help further develop and establish our inspiring narrative curriculum.

Be part of our ongoing journey, as we strive for excellence.

Work with a supportive and approachable senior leadership team.




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.

Additional documents

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

About Ossett Southdale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

School type
Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 7 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
School size
342 pupils enrolled
Age range
7 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01924 277965

Welcome to Southdale C of E Junior School

Our number one aim for our Southdale family, is that we shine like stars in the universe in everything we do – we refer to this as the ‘Southdale Sparkle’. We like a challenge, never give up easily and have the highest expectations of ourselves and others. Our Christian values underpin the life of our school.

We are a 7-11, Church of England school, in the heart of Ossett, in Wakefield, Yorkshire. We cater for 360 pupils, supported by a combined staff of over 50 adults. Together this team forms the Southdale Community.

Arranging a visit to Ossett Southdale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email d.bartholomew@southdale.wakefield.sch.uk.

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