Y5/6 Class Teacher

Scarcliffe Primary School, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S44 6TH

28 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  24 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  27 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time: 0.4 FTE
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: M1-UPS3 (R1 - R9)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an inspirational and enthusiastic Upper KS2 class teacher to join our friendly and caring team at Scarcliffe Primary School.

The vacancy is for an experienced KS2 teacher and will involve teaching in our mixed Y5/6 class on Thursdays and Fridays.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Has strong knowledge of the Upper KS2 curriculum, including effective preparation for KS2 statutory assessment
• Understands the importance of secure foundational knowledge and how this underpins future learning
• Demonstrates high expectations for all pupils, including those with SEND and disadvantaged backgrounds
• Uses effective, consistent behaviour strategies to promote excellent attitudes to learning
• Can adapt teaching responsively, using assessment to secure strong progress of all learners
• Is reflective, collaborative and committed to ongoing professional development
• Can take responsibility for an agreed curriculum area throughout the school

What the school offers its staff

Scarcliffe Primary School is a small, rural primary school at the heart of its village community in North East Derbyshire. We pride ourselves on being a caring, welcoming and inclusive school where every child is encouraged to "Shine".

We are proud of:

• Our strong community links
• Our culture of high expectations and care
• Our broad and engaging curriculum
• Our commitment to ensuring all pupils succeed both academically and personally

Scarcliffe Primary School is part of Redhill Academy Trust. The Academy is also a member of Redhill College of Leadership and Development and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region. The Trust also leads the regional Teaching School Hub, delivering local teacher training and the National Professional Qualifications for teachers.

Benefits

• Access to Teachers Pension Scheme
• Recognised continuous local government service
• The opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious team/school
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

ClassTeacher-JDPS-SPS.pdf - 296 KB (opens in new tab)

About Scarcliffe Primary School

• School type: Academies, Does not apply, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 89 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Scarcliffe Primary School website
• Email address: headteacher@scarcliffe.org.uk
• Phone number: 01246 823324
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/scarcliffe-primary-school-chesterfield

Scarcliffe Pimary School is part of Redhill Academy Trust. The Academy is also a member of Redhill College of Leadership and Development and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region. The Trust also leads the regional Teaching School Hub, delivering local teacher training and the National Professional Qualifications for teachers.

Arranging a visit to Scarcliffe Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email headteacher@scarcliffe.org.uk.

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