KS1 /KS2 Teacher

Calverley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Calverley, West Yorkshire, LS28 5NF

2 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  11 July 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  4 July 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Fixed term - 6 months
• Pay scale: M1 to M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

CALVERLEY CE PRIMARY SCHOOL

Outline Job Description

Post Title:

teacher – PRIMARY

Grade:

MPS 1 – MPS 6

Generic Introduction:

The following information is furnished to assist staff joining the School to understand and appreciate the work content of their post and the role they are to play in the organisation. The following points should be noted:

1. Whilst every endeavour has been made to outline the main duties and responsibilities of the post, a document such as this does not permit every item to be specified in detail. Broad headings, therefore, may have been used below, in which case all the usual associated routines are naturally included in the job profile.

2. Employees should not refuse to undertake work, which is not specified on this form, but they should record any additional duties they are required to perform and these will be taken into account when the post is reviewed.

3. Comply with the Equality Act 2010 and the school’s equality, diversity, and inclusion policies, promoting an inclusive learning environment where all pupils feel valued and supported, regardless of their background, needs or protected characteristics.

4. This school is committed, where possible, to making any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job role and the working environment that would enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition.

Prime Objectives of the Post:

As a Primary school teacher you will be an outstanding classroom practitioner who consistently demonstrates the highest standards of delivery. You should be fully committed to raising attainment across the whole school and across all subjects that you are required to teach. You will be acutely aware of the strategies required to achieve the highest standards across the curriculum.

You may from time to time be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility defined in this job description.

As a Classroom teacher you will, at all times, be mindful of, and adhere to, the Professional Standards for Teachers and the Career Stage expectations negotiated and adopted by the school at any time.

In addition, for Teachers paid on the Upper Pay Range (UPR), your achievements and contribution to an educational setting should be substantial and sustained.

Knowledge and Skills:

(See Personnel Specification)

Effort Demands:

• Will contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school.
• Will appreciate and support the role of other professionals.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding procedures, be vigilant to signs of abuse, neglect, or exploitation, and report concerns immediately in line with the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, following the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
• Will deal with any issues, immediate problems or emergencies that arise in line with school policies and procedures liaising with colleagues where necessary e.g. dealing with a sick, injured or distressed child.

Teaching Responsibilities:

• To teach students according to their individual educational needs, including the appropriate setting and marking of work to be carried out by the students.
• Identifying effective intervention and mentoring strategies for students.
• To mark and grade students work in a way which enables you to give written/verbal and diagnostic feedback and maintain records of pupils' progress and development.
• To use a variety of delivery methods, which will stimulate learning appropriate to student needs and demands of the curriculum, for example, podcasts, interactive whiteboards etc.
• Prepare pupils for internal and external assessments and examinations.
• To undertake pastoral duties, such as taking on the role of form tutor, and supporting pupils on an individual basis through academic or personal difficulties.

Health, Safety and Discipline:

• To ensure a safe, secure and healthy environment for students
• To manage pupil behaviour in the classroom and on school premises, and apply appropriate and effective measures in cases of misbehaviour
• To actively encourage good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and independent learning.

Whole school organisation and strategy:

• To participate in and organise extracurricular activities, such as outings, social activities and sporting events; including participation in occasional overnight visits.
• To contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of school’s policies, practices and procedures in such a way as to support the school’s values and vision.
• Work with others on curriculum and/or pupil development to secure co-ordinated outcomes.
• Subject to the guidance relating to Cover, supervise and teach any pupils where the person timetabled to take the class is not available to do so.

Management of staff and Resources:

• To prepare and regularly update subject materials including researching new topic areas and writing new curriculum materials.
• To supervise and support the work of classroom support, teaching assistants, trainee teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECT).
• To efficiently deploy such resources as are allocated/delegated to you.
• Contribute to the recruitment, selection appointment and professional development of other teachers and support staff.

Professional Development:

• To under-go regular observations and participate in regular in-service training (INSET) as part of continuing professional development (CPD).
• Where appropriate, to participate in arrangements for the appraisal and review of other teachers and support staff.
• Participate in arrangements for your own further training and professional development and, where appropriate, that of other teachers and support staff.

Communication:

• To communicate with parents and carers over pupils' progress and participate in departmental meetings, parents' evenings and whole school training events.

Working with colleagues and other relevant professionals:

• To liaise with other professionals, such as learning mentors, careers advisers, educational psychologists, education welfare officers etc.

environmental demands/Working Conditions:

• Will have long periods of sitting or standing.
• Available to work during school hours during term time and a willingness to be flexible as may be required to attend staff meetings/training sessions outside of usual hours.
• Will have contact with members of the public/other professionals e.g. teaching staff, governors, parents/carers, community groups, local education authority, external providers etc.
• The post holder may occasionally be subjected to antisocial behaviour from members of the public/parents/site users.
• This post may include a degree of manual lifting and handling. You are expected to be aware of health and safety policies and procedures and frequently assess your ability to carry out the lifting tasks required of you.
• Report all concerns to an appropriate person.

Fluency Duty

In line with the Immigration Act 2016; the Government has created a duty to ensure that all Public Authority staff working in customer facing roles can speak fluent English to an appropriate standard.

Special Conditions of Service:

• No contra-indications in personal background or criminal record indicating unsuitability to work with children/young people/vulnerable clients/finance (An enhanced DBS check is required).

Other considerations

• To be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection; being vigilant for signs that children may be being abused and to report any such suspicions to the school’s nominated Child Protection Co-ordinator or the Headteacher.
• To act in accordance with the Data Protection Act and maintain confidentiality at all times e.g. access to staff/student/parent and carers files.
• Accept and commit to the principles underlying the Schools Equal Rights policies and practices.
• Be able to perform all duties and tasks with reasonable adjustment, where appropriate, in accordance with the Equality Act.
• Must be legally entitled to work in the UK.

PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION:

ESSENTIAL (E)/DESIRABLE (D)

Experience:

• Proven record of success as an outstanding Teacher (D)
• An understanding and demonstration of barriers to learning and how those may be overcome (E)
• Experience of managing student performance and intervention strategies to raise performance (E)
• Previous teaching within primary education (D)
• Experience of safeguarding and additional educational needs (D)
• Experience of working alongside employer partners to achieve learning objectives (E)
• Provide evidence of having previously spoken fluently to customers at an Advanced Threshold Level (E)

Qualifications/

Training:

• Honours degree or equivalent in relevant subject (E)
• Qualified Teacher Status (E)
• Professional qualification or relevant experience (D)

Knowledge/ Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders (E)
• Excellent literacy, numeracy and IT skills ( E)
• In line with the Immigration Act 2016; you should be able to demonstrate fluency of the English Language at an Advanced Threshold Level. (E)

What the school offers its staff

JOB OVERVIEW

At Calverley CE Primary School, we are looking for a passionate class teacher deliver high quality lessons while successfully nurturing and inspiring our pupils. The right candidate will teach in a mixture of year groups throughout KS1 and KS2. As part of our energetic and welcoming team, you will enthuse and motivate pupils to strive for success while maintaining a healthy learning environment for all children within the school.

WHY CHOOSE US

Calverley CE Primary School is a Good-rated school based in Leeds. Our school is set in a stunning rural location, which is well-connected to both the City of Leeds and Bradford. You will have the opportunity to work alongside outstanding teachers, to observe and share practice on a regular basis, developing pedagogy through reflection. We offer the opportunity for staff voice through our yearly questionnaire and all staff have an input into the school development plan to share ideas and best practice making our school the success it has become. We pride ourselves on excellent pupil behaviour with a strong ethos of inclusion and diversity.

WHAT WE OFFER:

A school that is fully dedicated to developing every child to reach their full potential, irrespective of their ability.

Collaborative working within our shared family of schools to support our endeavours to work smarter and achieve an effective balance between home and work.

A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn.

Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and development through mentorship and coaching.

Onsite parking.

Fantastic environment which will enrich teaching and learning experiences.

A comprehensive well-being packages.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).

A Good Honours Degree

THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

A detailed knowledge of the curriculum and its means of delivery

High standards of communication and interpersonal skills.

The ability to work as a team.

The ability to work towards deadlines.

The ability to motivate both pupils and your peers.

Highly motivated and enthusiastic.

Excellent attendance and punctuality.

Experience innovating to deliver the curriculum

Potential candidates for this role are warmly invited to visit the school or to contact the headteacher for an informal conversation.

Find out more on our School visit our website

Applications close: 11.07.2025 at Midday

Shortlisting – 11.07.2025

Interview Date: w/b 14.07.2025

Calverley CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

SafeguardingStatement

Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments made are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an on-line search will be conducted.  This includes only information publicly available on-line.  We promote equality, diversity and inclusion and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.   This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply. 

Schools policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders | Leeds Jobs

https://jobs.leeds.gov.uk/schools-policy-statement-recruitment-ex-offenders

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

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to sbm@calverleyce.co.uk

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About Calverley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 415 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Calverley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School website
• Email address: hanna.ch@calverleyce.co.uk
• Phone number: 0113 257 5127
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/calverley-church-of-england-voluntary-aided-primary-school

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