Key Stage 1 Teacher

Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF7 7HH

23 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  The post will commence from either 3.12.25 or January

• Closing date

  17 October 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  24 September 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Part time: 2.5 Days (Wednesday Afternoons, Thursdays and Fridays)
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 Term - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: M1-M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has a passion for Key Stage 1 education and understands the importance of early learning.
• Is creative, innovative, and embraces research-led teaching strategies.
• Demonstrates high expectations for all pupils, ensuring strong outcomes for every child.
• Is an inspiring teacher who fosters curiosity and a love of learning.
• Can contribute to curriculum development, with support tailored to their experience.
• Uses assessment effectively to inform teaching and improve pupil progress.
• Works well within a team, contributing positively to our collaborative and supportive culture.
• Is committed to their own professional development and passionate about making a difference.

What the school offers its staff

What We Offer:

• A supportive, nurturing team with a focus on staff well-being.
• High-quality professional development opportunities.
• A school that values innovation, creativity, and enrichment experiences for pupils.
• A welcoming and inclusive community, where staff, pupils, and families feel a deep sense of belonging.
• A comprehensive induction package for Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced professionals.

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.

Ackworth Howard School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher to join our team to cover a maternity leave. This is an opportunity to be part of a school that places personal development, enrichment, and academic excellence at the heart of its vision—Educating for life in all its fullness (John 10:10). The role is open to KS1 professionals.

Why Join Us?

Ackworth Howard is a thriving, inclusive school set in attractive grounds on the edge of a vibrant village. Our strong Christian ethos underpins a culture of high expectations, care, and aspiration, ensuring that children flourish in mind, body, and spirit. We are proud of our strong relationships with the local community and our commitment to providing a rich, inspiring, and innovative curriculum that goes beyond the national framework.

Visits & How to Apply

We warmly encourage visits to our school. To arrange a visit, please contact our School Business Manager, Helen Clough, on 01977 612124.

For further details and to apply, please visit the Wakefield Council website: www.wakefield.gov.uk. Alternatively, you can contact the Recruitment Line on 0845 8506506 (typetalk calls welcome) or email jobs@wakefield.gov.uk

Completed application forms should be returned to the Headteacher either by post or by email - Ackworth Howard CE J&I, Station Road, Low Ackworth, Pontefract, WF7 7HH / admin@howard.wakefield.sch.uk

Closing Date: Friday 17th October 2025

Safeguarding Statement Ackworth Howard CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online searches will be conducted as part of our recruitment process. The successful candidate will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We look forward to receiving your application!

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.

Upload additional documents

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

Recruitment Pack - Maternity Cover.pdf - 4.62 MB (opens in new tab)

About Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 230 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School website
• Email address: admin@howard.wakefield.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01977 612124
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ackworth-howard-church-of-england-voluntary-controlled-junior-and-infant-school

Arranging a visit to Ackworth Howard Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@howard.wakefield.sch.uk.

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