Full Time Class Teacher
Silsden Primary School, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD20 0JJ8 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
19 May 2026 at 9am
Date listed
11 May 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
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.
There is no specific year group attached to this position at this time, and any appointments that will be made will consider candidates past experience and preferences. Please set these out in your application.
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
We can offer you:
- A modern work place, 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 outstanding and children are enthusiastic about their learning.
- A comprehensive well-being package for all staff
Further information about the job
All applicants are strongly recommended to visit the school. We have visits at the following times:
Friday 15th May 9.30am, 1:30pm and 4pm.
Please contact our school office on 01535 210666 to book one of these times. If you are unable to attend one of these times please call to see if another time can be accommodated, or for an informal conversation with Mr. Russell, Headteacher.
Interested candidates should apply online: to download job details and apply please visit www.prospectsonline.co.uk
Closing date:9am Tuesday 19th May 2026
Interviews:Friday 22nd May 2026
We are strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check, online searches and the applicable recruitment and prohibition checks as set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required.
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
- School type
- Local authority maintained schools, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 644 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Silsden Primary School website
- Email address
- sally-anne.boyes@silsden.bradford.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01535 210666
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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