Reception/Year 1 Teacher

Masham CofE Primary School, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 4EG

12 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  6 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  24 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)

Reception/Year 1 Teacher job summary

Masham CE Primary School

Teacher for Reception/Year 1

Full Time, Fixed Term for one year (Job Share would be considered)

MPS/UPS

Required from September 2026

Nestled in the charming village market town of Masham, lies our wonderful school. Masham CE Primary School is a perfect example of a village school, calm yet also full of character and community spirit. Being a village school has allowed us to have plenty of space for outdoor learning and school trip locations on our doorstep for curriculum enrichment. We have a large playground to the rear of the school, as well as a recreation ground, which is used for sports. For our outdoor learning curriculum, we have a purpose developed ‘wilderness’ area.

We have three classes: Swinney Class which are made up of our Reception and Year 1 pupils; Burn Class is made up of Year 2, Year 3 and Year 4 children; and Cover Class which is made up of our oldest children in Year 5 and 6. Our school is supported by a dedicated team of teaching assistants.

We are seeking to appoint a qualified teacher to join our close, welcoming team, to work with our Reception/Year 1 children, and to lead EYFS, Phonics/Early Reading and Creative Curriculum areas. You will have a passion for teaching and be able to motivate our children to achieve the highest possible standards. You will be creative and will enjoy inspiring our children. You will have the ability to develop warm relationships with children, staff and parents. You must be an excellent and enthusiastic classroom practitioner with the desire for pupils to reach their potential.

The successful candidate should ideally have experience of teaching Reception and Year 1, as well as some experience of leadership, preferably in EYFS, phonics and early reading.

We are looking for a candidate who is:

• committed to our caring ethos;

• able to lead and work in partnership with teaching assistants to ensure the best possible outcomes for all children;
• dedicated to working as part of our school team, and as part of the wider Trust, promoting both our school’s and the Trust visions and values;

We can offer you:

• a friendly, welcoming community of hard working and enthusiastic children, staff, governors and parents;
• the chance to be part of a highly supportive team of experienced staff;
• a supportive Trust with opportunities for professional development and networking

Visits to the school are welcomed and arrangements should be made by contacting the school office on (01765) 689200, or by emailing admin@masham.ycst.co.uk

For further information about the role, and to apply please visit My New Term, using the following link: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/151856/EDV-2026-MCPS-72095

Closing Date: Wednesday 6th May 2026, at 12 noon

Interviews likely to be held: Friday 15th May 2026

Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust is a cross-phase multi academy trust currently of ten schools - one secondary and nine primaries, which includes a mix of both Church of England and community schools, based in and around Harrogate and Craven. With an underpinning mission of “ambition, learning and enrichment for all,” our schools deliver high-quality education through rich and broad learning experiences that enable pupils to flourish. Our focus on respecting and valuing our whole trust community combined with a growing professional development offer further underpins our commitment to staff.

Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people. We have a robust Child Protection Policy, and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment with the Trust. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work with children.

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.

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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

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Masham CofE Primary School

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: Up to 116 pupils
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/masham-cofe-va-primary-school-ripon

Learning & Caring Together

Nestled in the charming village market town of Masham, lies our wonderful school. Steeped in history, our school building was originally a Tudor grammar school and is now the heart of the local community. Masham CE Primary School is a perfect example of a village school, calm yet also full of character and community spirit.

We have around 62 pupils on roll and three classes; the Swinney Class is named after Swinney Beck, the smallest tributary to the River Ure, Swinney Class is made up of our Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 pupils, our Burn Class is made up of Year 3 and Year 4 children, and our Cover Class is made up of our oldest children in Year 5 and 6. Our school is supported by a team of teaching assistants who support as needed.

Being a village school in a market town surrounded by lush greenery, historical sites and tourist attractions, has allowed us to have plenty of space for outdoor learning and school trip locations on our doorstep for curriculum enrichment. We have a large playground to the rear of the school and steps that lead down to the recreation ground, which is used for sports. For our bespoke outdoor learning curriculum, we have use of Malcom’s Meadow on Millgate. We also have a new outdoor area that is ready to be opened soon!

Our school is currently in a transformative process as we are soon to be joining Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust, and we are on a positive trajectory of improvement.

At Masham, we want everyone to flourish. We cherish our values as we promote the flourishing of all.

Visit our website to find out more.

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