18 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    As soon as possible

  • Closing date

    19 October 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    1 October 2026

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 2

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

MPS/UPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a candidate who:

  • Has high expectations of pupils, themselves and others
  • Is able to form positive relationships with all children and understands why this is key to success
  • Is an excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills, and is dedicated to supporting all children to

thrive in learning.

  • Loves teaching and has a positive outlook about the profession

What the school offers its staff

The opportunity has arisen for Silsden Primary School to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic and committed teacher to join our teaching team. The role is suitable for either more experienced teachers looking to broaden their teaching experience in a large three form entry school or ECT’s starting out on their teaching career.

We can offer you:

  • A modern work place, inspected by OFSTED in July 2026, with the latest equipment designed to support teaching and learning in a fantastic location. There is so much to see - Come and see it!
  • A strong, experienced, supportive team of staff and the opportunity to work alongside colleagues in a three-

form entry school.

  • A positive school ethos where pupil behaviour and attitudes are “Exemplary” and children are enthusiastic about their learning.
  • A comprehensive well-being package for all staff


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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

View advert on school website (opens in new tab)

Additional documents

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

About Silsden Primary School

Organisation type
Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
Size
634 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01535210666

 Silsden Primary School is a large, modern 3 form entry primary school that has high expectations and ambitions for its pupils and staff. We are proud of our offer to pupils and their exceptional behaviour. Our values and vision are embedded in all that we do and are designed to help our children become resilient and inquisitive young people.  

Arranging a visit to Silsden Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email sally-anne.boyes@silsden.bradford.sch.uk.

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