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Reception Class Teacher with TLR3

Job details
Posting date: 03 June 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 13 June 2025
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS13 2LQ
Company: Teaching Vacancies
Job type: Contract
Job reference: cba10b6a-cb20-45f0-bd12-ad1d5d09957d

Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

We need someone with:

• A genuine passion for early years education and an in-depth understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Proven experience in leading and inspiring an Early Years team.
• The ability to create imaginative and stimulating learning experiences.
• A nurturing and patient approach, ready to celebrate every triumph.
• Effective communication skills to build great relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• A sense of humour and a positive, can-do attitude!

What the school offers its staff

At Whitecote our pupils know that success comes with hard work and perseverance. Through teaching that goes beyond the curriculum they are able to fulfil their potential and achieve. Once a Whitecote pupil you are always a part of the Whitecote family.

Inspire, Nurture, Challenge

Whitecote Primary School are looking for a great Reception class teacher.

If you're an enthusiastic and experienced educator who believes in the power of play, the joy of discovery, and the importance of nurturing every learner, then this is the perfect role for you! We need someone who can not only create an engaging, inspiring, and safe classroom environment where our youngest pupils can flourish but also lead our dedicated Early Years team. You'll be instrumental in shaping our early years provision, fostering a lifelong love of learning, and ensuring our children take their first exciting steps in school with confidence.

We're a supportive, friendly, and forward-thinking school with a real commitment to staff well-being and professional development. You'll be joining a collaborative team who are passionate about making a difference, and you'll have the exciting opportunity to shape the early educational journey of our children.

This pivotal role comes with a TLR 3, recognising your leadership responsibilities, and includes a dedicated afternoon release every two weeks to support this valuable work.

Visits to our school are warmly encouraged. All visits should be pre-arranged with the School Business Manager by calling 0113 216 4800 or emailing office@whitecote.co.uk

Application deadline: Friday 13th June at 9am

Commitment to safeguarding

Whitecote Primary School is committed to safeguarding children. We expect all staff to share this commitment and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.