13 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 September 2025

  • Closing date

    15 May 2025 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    1 May 2025

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 2

Working pattern

Part time: 19.5 hours a week, Monday to Wednesday

Contract type

Fixed term - Three terms - Maternity or parental leave cover

Pay scale

MPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

With excellent opportunities and the chance to become part of our ambitious team, Birdwell Primary is where we have uncompromising aspirations for all staff and students to nurture confident, lifelong learners who are ready to make a positive contribution to society.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a class teacher to join our primary school, which is at the heart of the community. Can you inspire and motivate children to reach their full potential? If so, we can offer you passionate children who are eager and willing to learn.

Any candidate will be looking to cement their knowledge and share good practice within a successful team, embracing the opportunity to jump straight into the learning environment.

We are interested in hearing from people who:

  • Are committed to working together, achieving together and growing together
  • Can lead and inspire others
  • Have a commitment to working with children and young people.
  • Are passionate about learning
  • Able to demonstrate a track record of impact and success
  • Able to communicate your passion to children and colleagues alike

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:• A dedicated, effective and supportive staff team;• Excellent opportunities for developing teaching skills;• A positive environment based on our core values of We’re Respectful, We’re Ambitious, We’re Proud – We’re Birdwell• Motivated, well behaved children.• A high-quality learning environment with good resources and facilities.• Investment in CPD

Why work with us?

The commitment and dedication of all our employees puts the students in our care at the heart of everything we do.

To recognise our employee’s contribution in delivering our vision and values, we offer lots of incentives to support our staff to thrive and grow; whatever their role.

HCAT offer an extensive range of opportunities, incentives and benefits including:

  • Membership of either the South Yorkshire Pension Scheme (Support Staff) or Teacher Pension Scheme (Teaching roles)
  • Access to free Financial Advice
  • Access to the VIVUP benefits website including Cycle to Work, car leasing and technology schemes and discounts on retailers, holidays, days out, etc.
  • Free Flu Jabs available, discounted Local Gym and Health Clubs and access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice, physiotherapy, and weight management.
  • Flexible working arrangements wherever possible
  • Training and development opportunities

Commitment to safeguarding

Birdwell Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records at an enhanced level.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs are not accepted.

Visas cannot be sponsored.
How to apply
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Additional documents

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

About Birdwell Primary School

School type
Academy, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary
School size
184 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01226 742957

Birdwell Primary School is seeking a dedicated and passionate classroom teacher to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children.

At Birdwell Primary School, we are committed to providing an inclusive and nurturing learning environment where every child can thrive. We believe that all children, regardless of their individual needs, deserve an education that empowers them to reach their full potential. As a class teacher, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our students receive the support and resources they need to succeed.

Arranging a visit to Birdwell Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email richard.swallow@hcacademytrust.education.

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