KS2 Class Teacher
| Posting date: | 13 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 June 2025 |
| Location: | Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS13 1DQ |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 1203c71f-2056-4f69-95ca-df16e42b4c21 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Summerfield is committed to enabling all pupils to succeed in learning and life and overcome any barriers and difficulties which may hinder this. All staff, irrespective of their role, play a part in this. We have a strong ethos linked to a nurturing and a holistic approach to the learning journey and development of every child. We value a strong working partnership with parents and carers, to support children reaching their true potential and achieving their best outcomes.
Everyone in our school community follows our Ethos of Respect Care Potential
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, experienced and dedicated Year 4 teacher to join our team at a vibrant primary school. The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with children and have a friendly, caring, and approachable nature, as well as facilitate and encourage learning which enables students to achieve high standards; to share and support he corporate responsibility of the well-being, education and discipline of all students.
The Successful Candidate’s Key Responsibilities are;
• An inspirational teacher who motivates and enthuses children to learn
• Demonstrates consistently best practice with high expectations of themselves and learners - impacting positively on learning and securing good progress for all learners
• Committed to developing children as independent learners and thinkers, who grow in self-regulation, self-esteem and confidence
• Committed to achieving the highest possible standards of work and behaviour
• Plans creatively and effectively so that learners are fully engaged and enjoy their learning journey
• Creates and maintains an inclusive ethos and positive climate for behaviour and learning
• Sees themselves as a lifelong learner and is committed to developing themselves and working collaboratively as part of the school and KS2 Team
• Is able to carry out rigorous assessment and analysis of children's prior learning and outcomes to inform quality marking and feedback, planning, intervention and levels of challenge needed for all identified groups of children
• A good communicator, who is caring, flexible and approachable and committed to developing parental and community engagement
• Will contribute to whole school community activities and events
• Is a role model to colleagues in your own classroom, leading by example with excellent pedagogy and practice
• Have high expectations of children’s achievement and behaviour;
• Be dedicated to school improvement;
• Passionate about meeting children’s individual learning needs and committed to promoting learning where disadvantage is present e.g. SEMH or SEND needs
What the school offers its staff
• A friendly, welcoming environment
• A staff team who are committed to the best outcomes for the children
• Children who are loving, caring and hardworking
• Opportunities to engage in continuous professional development
For Children and Staff alike, Summerfield Primary has:
• A perfect balance of care and support with high expectations
• Our staff are committed to providing our children with a broad and exciting curriculum, enabling children of all ages and abilities to reach their true potential.
• A leadership team dedicated to attainment, achievement and enjoyment
• Friendly, welcoming staff
• A great atmosphere and ethos which promotes inclusion and co-operation
Further details about the role
We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the Right to Work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish Citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the Right to Work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required.
CV or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
We encourage prospective candidates to visit the school if possible. If you would like to arrange a visit, please feel free to contact me on 0113 205 7520 or email me at: recruitment@summerfieldprimary.org.uk, with preferred dates and times so that I can liaise with our Senior Leadership Team.
For your reference, this vacancy is also available on our website at www.summerfieldprimary.co.uk.
Completed application forms are to be returned recruitment@summerfieldprimary.org.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. All shortlisted candidates will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and a thorough on-line search will be conducted, this includes only information publicly available on-line.
Summerfield is committed to enabling all pupils to succeed in learning and life and overcome any barriers and difficulties which may hinder this. All staff, irrespective of their role, play a part in this. We have a strong ethos linked to a nurturing and a holistic approach to the learning journey and development of every child. We value a strong working partnership with parents and carers, to support children reaching their true potential and achieving their best outcomes.
Everyone in our school community follows our Ethos of Respect Care Potential
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, experienced and dedicated Year 4 teacher to join our team at a vibrant primary school. The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with children and have a friendly, caring, and approachable nature, as well as facilitate and encourage learning which enables students to achieve high standards; to share and support he corporate responsibility of the well-being, education and discipline of all students.
The Successful Candidate’s Key Responsibilities are;
• An inspirational teacher who motivates and enthuses children to learn
• Demonstrates consistently best practice with high expectations of themselves and learners - impacting positively on learning and securing good progress for all learners
• Committed to developing children as independent learners and thinkers, who grow in self-regulation, self-esteem and confidence
• Committed to achieving the highest possible standards of work and behaviour
• Plans creatively and effectively so that learners are fully engaged and enjoy their learning journey
• Creates and maintains an inclusive ethos and positive climate for behaviour and learning
• Sees themselves as a lifelong learner and is committed to developing themselves and working collaboratively as part of the school and KS2 Team
• Is able to carry out rigorous assessment and analysis of children's prior learning and outcomes to inform quality marking and feedback, planning, intervention and levels of challenge needed for all identified groups of children
• A good communicator, who is caring, flexible and approachable and committed to developing parental and community engagement
• Will contribute to whole school community activities and events
• Is a role model to colleagues in your own classroom, leading by example with excellent pedagogy and practice
• Have high expectations of children’s achievement and behaviour;
• Be dedicated to school improvement;
• Passionate about meeting children’s individual learning needs and committed to promoting learning where disadvantage is present e.g. SEMH or SEND needs
What the school offers its staff
• A friendly, welcoming environment
• A staff team who are committed to the best outcomes for the children
• Children who are loving, caring and hardworking
• Opportunities to engage in continuous professional development
For Children and Staff alike, Summerfield Primary has:
• A perfect balance of care and support with high expectations
• Our staff are committed to providing our children with a broad and exciting curriculum, enabling children of all ages and abilities to reach their true potential.
• A leadership team dedicated to attainment, achievement and enjoyment
• Friendly, welcoming staff
• A great atmosphere and ethos which promotes inclusion and co-operation
Further details about the role
We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the Right to Work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish Citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the Right to Work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required.
CV or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
We encourage prospective candidates to visit the school if possible. If you would like to arrange a visit, please feel free to contact me on 0113 205 7520 or email me at: recruitment@summerfieldprimary.org.uk, with preferred dates and times so that I can liaise with our Senior Leadership Team.
For your reference, this vacancy is also available on our website at www.summerfieldprimary.co.uk.
Completed application forms are to be returned recruitment@summerfieldprimary.org.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. All shortlisted candidates will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and a thorough on-line search will be conducted, this includes only information publicly available on-line.