Key Stage 1 (KS1) Teacher – Maternity Cover Contract

Christ Church Church of England Primary School, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 2AP

16 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  5 January 2026

• Closing date

  28 November 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  12 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time (Can be done as a job share)
• Contract type: Fixed term - Up to 12 months - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: M1 to M3

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a teacher who will:

• Actively promote the Christian ethos of our Church School.
• Demonstrate a passion and belief that every child can achieve their best and have high expectations for all learners.
• Employ an innovative and creative approach, providing models of outstanding practice and involving children as active learners in a stimulating, inclusive environment.
• Understand the importance of collaborative working with colleagues, parents, and the wider community.
• Build positive, professional relationships with children, parents, staff, and Governors.
• Possess an excellent understanding of curriculum and assessment practices to drive progress and attainment.

What the school offers its staff

What we offer in return

Joining our school means becoming part of a community where children are happy, kind, and proud of themselves and their school.

Our school is part of the Leeds Diocesan Learning Trust (LDLT), and we are a cohesive team, supported by a committed Governing Body.

Within LDLT, we are committed to investing in our staff through high-quality, accessible professional development and a clear focus on growing careers across our family of schools. We believe that every member of staff should have the opportunity to flourish—whether you are at the start of your journey or an experienced leader.

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.

Upload additional documents

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

2026 Maternity Teacher - Application Pack.docx - 222 KB (opens in new tab)

About Christ Church Church of England Primary School

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 145 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Christ Church Church of England Primary School website
• Email address: diane.cooper@ldlt.co.uk
• Phone number: 01756793030
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/christ-church-church-of-england-primary-school-skipton

At Christ Church, we pride ourselves on supporting the development of happy and confident children who not only achieve well academically but build on their skills for life and enjoy coming to school.

Christ Church Primary School is a five mixed age class school set in the beautiful market town of Skipton, the gateway to the Dales. We currently have 140 pupils on roll and our class organisation is flexible to ensure every child can achieve their best. We offer a creative and well balanced curriculum to support each child on their unique learning journey.

Our staff and governors are talented and dedicated and with our supportive families and wonderful children, we all work together to live out the values of our church school. It really is a lovely place to work, learn and play!

Arranging a visit to Christ Church Church of England Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email diane.cooper@ldlt.co.uk.

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