Teacher - Year 5

Austhorpe Primary School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS15 8TP

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  19 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  5 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) Salary In line with national pay scales MPS/UPS

Teacher - Year 5 job summary

Fixed term until 31 August 2027 with the possibility of extension

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking Key Stage 2 teaching team on a fixed term basis, in a school that values both academic achievement and the personal development of every child. We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic teacher to take on a Year 5 class, bringing energy, creativity and a commitment to high-quality teaching and learning. You will be joining a supportive team that works collaboratively to provide engaging and inspiring learning experiences for all pupils.

We are proud of the friendly and welcoming environment we offer to our children, staff and wider community. Our school is built on strong relationships and a shared commitment to ensuring every child feels valued, supported and challenged to achieve their best. We are continually striving to enhance teaching and learning across the curriculum both inside and outside the classroom. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a school that is committed to ongoing improvement and innovation where your ideas and contributions will be valued.

There is also the possibility dependent on experience to lead English across the school offering an excellent opportunity for professional development and wider impact.

About our School

At Austhorpe Primary School we take pride in fostering a warm and welcoming environment where every child feels supported and valued. Our school community thrives on strong, positive relationships between staff, pupils and the wider community, creating a nurturing atmosphere that encourages success. We are committed to promoting happiness and health, ensuring every child feels included and enriched through a broad range of learning opportunities both inside the classroom and beyond. Here, everyone is empowered to shine to their fullest potential.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• Generous benefits, rewards and discounts: Full details HERE
• Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements
• Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being
• Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team
• Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career

For more about Austhorpe Primary School, click the ‘view our careers page’ button.

About You

To be a good fit for this role, you will be:

• A passionate and reflective practitioner committed to delivering high-quality teaching and achieving the best outcomes for every pupil
• A positive and nurturing influence, creating an inclusive classroom where every child feels supported and valued
• A collaborative team member who works effectively with colleagues and contributes to the wider life of the school
• Creative and engaging in approach, inspiring curiosity and a love of learning both inside and beyond the classroom

Next Steps

Ready to Apply: If you have all the info you need, click APPLY NOW to start your application.

Let’s Connect: We would love to speak to you to answer any questions you might have about this role or our school. To arrange a convenient time to speak in person, or visit us ahead of applying, please email Lorraine Nurse at NurseL@aps.rklt.co.uk

Adjustments: Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section ‘Disability and Accessibility’.

Applicant Guidance: Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.

Applications will be reviewed as received, so we encourage early submission. This role may close early should a suitable candidate be found.

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

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 Austhorpe Primary School

• School type: Academies, None, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 213 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Austhorpe Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/austhorpe-primary-school-leeds

We are proud of the friendly and welcoming school environment that we offer to all our children and we are continually striving to improve the teaching and learning opportunities that we are able to offer our pupils, in all areas of the curriculum and throughout the school- inside and out.

We never forget that we want the best for all the children in our care and we look forward to working in partnership with you to give your child the best possible start in life. If you have not visited the school and wish to do so, please contact the school office so that we can arrange for you to visit.

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