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Primary Teacher

Ark Halfpenny Lane Primary School, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 4BW

This job expired on 5 December 2023 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  1 January 2024

• Closing date

  5 December 2023 at 10am

• Date listed

  14 November 2023

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £30,000.00 to £46,525.00

Primary Teacher job summary

Ref: SCH-PAT-0388

Required for January 2024

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of eight schools: six primaries and two 11 – 16 secondary schools. Our schools are run for the benefit of children and young people, and we have unwavering focus on achievement which is paramount so that all of our children and young people enjoy greater life chances.

Halfpenny Lane J, I & N School is a larger than average two form entry primary school. The school ethos is based on a mantra of ‘Dream, Believe, Achieve’. We have a positive culture in place throughout school and high expectations for children’s learning, their behaviour and personal presentation. The staff at Halfpenny Lane are naturally ambitious and strive to ensure that all children are provided with every opportunity to maximise their undoubted potential.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed Primary Teacher to join the team at Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant and Nursery School. The successful candidate will demonstrate high quality teaching to ensure pupils can make accelerated progress, securing outcomes through pupils through outstanding provision. You will use effective resources and uphold the highest standards of learning and achievement for all pupils.

This is a 1 FTE, permanent contract.

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who:

 

• has a passion for helping pupils thrive and meet their full potential.
• has a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and students.
• can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative.
• has experience of working in a similar specialist area.

 

For more information or to discuss or arrange a potential visit please contact the school on 01977 703270 or via email at admin@halfpenny.patrust.org.uk.

Completed application forms should be returned via the Face-Ed system no later than 10am on Tuesday 5th December 2023.

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone. The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks. Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.

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

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies.

Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.

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About Ark Halfpenny Lane Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 434 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Ark Halfpenny Lane Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/halfpenny-lane-junior-infant-and-nursery-school

Halfpenny Lane Primary School is a two-form-entry school, which embodies the school mantra of 'Strive to be the very best version of yourself'. With a 93% combined outcome in reading, writing, and maths at Key Stage 2, we are ranked in the top 5% of primary schools nationally.


Halfpenny Lane was selected as a lead school for music by the West Yorkshire Music Hub - a recognition of the school's commitment to music.

Ofsted


In May 2025, Halfpenny Lane was praised by Ofsted as Outstanding in all areas. An exceptional outcome that is a true reflection of the hard work, dedication, and passion of our entire school community.

2025 Edurio Staff Survey


Halfpenny Lane Primary School received fantastic results in the 2025 Eduiro staff survey, with 88% of staff saying they would recommend the school as a good place to work. This surpasses the national benchmark of 73%.


98% of staff also shared that they would recommend Halfpenny Lane to parents as a good place for their children to study. 

Further Information


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