Teacher - Years 3 and 4

Rossett Acre Primary School, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 9PH

21 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  30 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  8 June 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) Salary In line with national payscales

Teacher - Years 3 and 4 job summary

FTE and working pattern

• 1 September 2026 - 1 November 2026 = 0.9 FTE. Working every day except Wednesday afternoon
• 2 November 2026 - 31 August 2027 = 0.5 FTE. Working Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings

This is an exciting opportunity for a KS2 teacher to join our welcoming school community. Working across Years 3 and 4, you will become part of a supportive, forward thinking and dynamic team and play a key role in inspiring pupils at this important stage of their Key Stage 2 journey.

About our School

Rossett Acre Primary School is a two-form entry school in south Harrogate with over 400 pupils. Guided by our vision of Excellence and Happiness for All, we aim to help every child reach their full potential in a positive, supportive environment.

We have a dedicated, collaborative staff team committed to high-quality teaching and an inclusive, caring culture. Strong relationships with pupils and families underpin our ethos, with wellbeing prioritised for both staff and children. We are embedding the One Life philosophy, encouraging intention, kindness and resilience. Our extensive outdoor provision, including Forest School, enriches learning and supports pupils’ confidence, creativity and curiosity.

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 Rossett Acre Primary School, click the ‘view our careers page’ button.

About You

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

• An inspiring classroom practitioner with the ability to deliver engaging, well‑structured lessons that meet the needs of all learners in Key Stage 2
• Committed to high expectations for behaviour, attainment and progress, motivating pupils to achieve their best academically and personally
• A reflective and resilient professional, eager to develop your practice, respond positively to feedback, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement
• A collaborative team member, working effectively with colleagues, parents and external professionals to support pupil wellbeing and success

Next Steps

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

Let’s Connect: Prospective candidates are warmly invited to visit our school to see what we have to offer and experience our welcoming community. We would welcome the opportunity to speak with you and answer any questions about the role or the school. To arrange a convenient time to speak in person, or visit us ahead of applying, please email Kirsty MacNair: macnairk@rap.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.

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 Rossett Acre Primary School

• School type: Academies, Does not apply, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 422 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Rossett Acre Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/rossett-acre-primary-school-harrogate

Rossett Acre is a successful two-form entry primary school on the south side of Harrogate.
Our school and the Red Kite Learning Trust is about more than just academic success, it is about giving children and young people opportunities to develop as well rounded citizens able to take on and contribute to the world. We hope that new colleagues will be able to help achieve this for all our children and young people. In return we can provide a fantastic place to work and learn and a vast range of opportunities to extend your experience and expertise. If this sounds like a place that you would enjoy working in, we hope you will apply and come and see for yourself what is on offer.

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