Part Time Class Teacher

Wharncliffe Side Primary School and Nursery, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S35 0DD

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  25 November 2026 at 3pm

• Date listed

  11 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time (Can be done as a job share): Position one - 2 days (0.4 FTE) in Key Stage 2 M1-M6 Position two - 1 day (0.2 FTE) in Foundation Stage M1-M6 Applicants who would like to apply for both positions will be considered.
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: M1 to M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful candidate/s will:

• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for all pupils and a passion for helping every child succeed.
• Embrace the school's vision, values and inclusive ethos.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons that build on prior learning and respond to pupils' individual needs.
• Understand how to support children with a range of abilities and SEND, using appropriate strategies and adaptations to remove barriers to learning.
• Monitor and assess pupils' progress, use assessment to inform teaching and contribute to feedback and reporting to parents and carers.
• Establish positive relationships with pupils and maintain a calm, consistent approach to behaviour that supports wellbeing and learning.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, support staff and other colleagues to ensure continuity and progression in learning.
• Demonstrate initiative, resilience and a reflective approach, with a commitment to professional development and school improvement.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school and its relationships with families and the local community.
• Be flexible and confident in teaching across different classes, adapting to different age groups, curriculum expectations and classroom routines (if applying for the KS2 job / both jobs)

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• A welcoming, inclusive school community where every child is valued.
• Enthusiastic children who enjoy learning and benefit from positive relationships with staff.
• A supportive and dedicated team committed to high-quality teaching and learning.
• The opportunity to work with children across different classes and make a meaningful contribution to their development.
• Strong partnerships with parents, carers and the local community.
• Opportunities for professional development and collaborative working across our school and the wider Academy Trust.
• A rewarding role in which you can help children develop confidence, independence and a lifelong love of learning.

Flexible working opportunities

Can be discussed

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

Wharncliffe Side is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children: we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to disclose any cautions or convictions prior to interview. The amendments to the ROA Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain convictions and cautions are 'protected' and are therefore not subject to disclosure to employers. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

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.

Additional documents

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

Part time teacher job advert WSS.doc - 1.95 MB (opens in new tab)

Teacher JD and Person Spec.doc - 839 KB (opens in new tab)

About Wharncliffe Side Primary School and Nursery

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 152 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Wharncliffe Side Primary School and Nursery website
• Email address: mgaughan@wharncliffeside.sheffield.sch.uk
• Phone number: 0114 2862379
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/wharncliffe-side-primary-school

Wharncliffe Side Primary School and Nursery is a friendly and inclusive school where children enjoy an exciting range of opportunities and make excellent progress. We value children’s achievements across the curriculum and encourage a ‘growth mindset’ approach to learning. Our staff are caring, supportive and nurturing. We teach important values such as respect for others and resilience. We challenge children to achieve their personal bests and expect the highest standards of behaviour.

We are proud to be part of Peak Edge, a strong and supportive Trust that works collaboratively to share expertise, resources, and best practice. Being part of Peak Edge means our staff benefit from high-quality professional development, opportunities for career progression, and access to a network of colleagues who are passionate about delivering exceptional education.

Arranging a visit to Wharncliffe Side Primary School and Nursery

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email mgaughan@wharncliffeside.sheffield.sch.uk.

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