EYFS/ KS1 Teacher x 2
Wakefield St Marys Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 4PE14 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
11 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
27 April 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Full time: Monday to Friday Full Time
Contract type
- Fixed term - To 31.08.2027
Pay scale
- ECT, Main Pay Scale or UPS dependant on experience
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for…
- an outstanding classroom practitioner with high expectations of children’s achievements, attainment and behaviour who strives to make learning fun and exciting
- a classroom teacher with EYFS/KS1 experience who is confident in delivering a high quality curriculum who has a proven track record of impact
- someone who has excellent EYFS/KS1 subject knowledge
- Someone who has excellent knowledge of teaching phonics and reading in KS1
- someone who is committed to raising standards, expectations and achievement
- someone who is a well-organised team player with strong communication and excellent interpersonal skills
- an enthusiastic, positive and hard working professional who seeks to inspire and enthuse children in their learning
- someone with a sense of humour who is prepared to join in the wider life of the school
- a person who values strong relationships with parents
What the school offers its staff
We can offer…
- a positive and caring ethos
- friendly and well-behaved children
- a dedicated and supportive Staff Team and Governors who care passionately about our school and the local community
- a strong community ethos
- a high quality learning environment with excellent resources and facilities
- a strong commitment to CPD
Further information about the job
The best way to get a feel for St Mary’s is to come and visit us. To arrange to look round our wonderful school please telephone the School Business Manager Joanne Chambers on 01924 303625 or email office@stmaryswakefield.co.uk. Completed application forms should be returned to school by post or on the email address above by Monday 11th May 2026 at 12:00pm, shortlisting will take place on Monday 11th May 2026 and interviews will be Monday 18th May and Tuesday 19th May 2026.
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 Wakefield St Marys Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 242 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- j.chambers@stmaryswakefield.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01924303625
St. Mary’s is a church school, in the heart of our community, with a strong Christian ethos which is woven throughout all aspects of school life. We hold is a strong belief that all members of our school community are unique and have diverse gifts and talents which deserve to be nurtured and celebrated. Collectively, we work to ensure all feel valued, develop a positive sense of self-worth and a realisation that all can aspire to fulfil their dreams and ambitions. We believe that it is important that children are encouraged to widen their vision and expectations and so, out of classroom visits and experiences play a key role in our school, helping to ensure that the children leave school with happy memories of every school day.
St Mary’s Primary School is situated within walking distance of the centre of the City of Wakefield in a socially deprived area. The school is a Church Aided Primary School with a strong Christian ethos. It has close links to the parish of East Wakefield. Many of the children are from Muslim families, Eastern European and African backgrounds. The school is well regarded and parents speak warmly of its provision.
The school caters for children from 2 - 11 years. There are currently 245 pupils on the school roll including part-time pupils in Lower Foundation Stage. Many of our children speak English as an Additional Language. We work closely with various groups to enhance provision for children. We have developed stronger partnerships with other EAL schools in the district and other CE (VA) Primary Schools. Through these partnerships we work together to address specific issues for our schools.
St Mary’s is actively involved with the local community and we encourage parental engagement and interaction
Arranging a visit to Wakefield St Marys Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email j.chambers@stmaryswakefield.co.uk.
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