Classroom Teacher

Gledhow Primary School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS8 1PL

6 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  25 April 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  7 April 2025

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: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS1 to UPS3

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to recruit an outstanding Class Teacher to join our fabulous school on a permanent contract.

This role would suit an enthusiastic and energetic teacher who is motivated to uphold the school’s vision and values, bringing lessons and learning to life for our children.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Inspirational and motivating classroom practice ensuring excellent outcomes for all children
• Outstanding classroom organisational skills which facilitate pupil independence and high standards of learning.
• A commitment to high standards of behaviour. Working in partnership with pupils, parents/carers, and colleagues, to build relationships as a foundation for outstanding teaching and learning.
• Resilience and a personal drive to lead improvements.

What the school offers its staff

• A strong culture of togetherness, collaboration, and inclusivity.
• Continuous development and training opportunities.
• A competitive salary and contributions to West Yorkshire Pension Scheme.
• A 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail discounts/ offers at high street and online retailers, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym membership.

Further details about the role

If this is the perfect role for you, please get in touch we would love to hear from both newly qualified (ECTs) and experienced teachers.

Visits to the school are highly recommended and are taking place on:

• Tuesday 22nd April at 3.45pm
• Wednesday 23rd April at 7.30am
• Wednesday 23rd April at 3.45pm

How to Apply

Please download and complete the application form via the link below.

Completed applications should be addressed to the Headteacher at the school address or via email to recruitment@gledhowschool.org

The closing date for this vacancy is 9.00am, Friday 25th April, interviews will take place on Tuesday 6th May. Applications can only be submitted up until the closing date.

Gledhow Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This role is ‘regulated activity’ therefore you are advised to read our Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy which is also available via the link below.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check and satisfactory references.

If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an on-line search will be conducted.  This includes only information publicly available on-line.

We promote equality, diversity and inclusion and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs are not accepted.

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.

About Gledhow Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 673 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Gledhow Primary School website
• Email address: recruitment@gledhowschool.org
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/gledhow-primary-school

Gledhow is a super school with brilliant pupils, staff, governors, and families. We are a large busy three-form entry school in North Leeds with a wonderfully diverse pupil and colleague community.

At Gledhow we strive to make the ordinary extraordinary, by taking the everyday experiences our pupils have and transforming them into amazing opportunities for learning, growth, and personal development.

Arranging a visit to Gledhow Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@gledhowschool.org.

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