Teacher in Charge
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 31 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 19 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire, TS13 5HA |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 35f8dfb5-3bcc-429f-84d7-eb12efb362aa |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an experienced Teacher looking to progress in your career? This role is an excellent training ground for an aspiring future headteacher.
Your Opportunity:
We are looking to appoint a colleague to join us as a ‘Teacher-in-Charge.
You will teach our Oak Class, a mixed aged class comprised of 3 year 3s, 4 year 4s, 2 year 5s and 8 year 6s. You will be supported by Mrs Harrison, an exceptional HLTA.
Oak Class benefits from a spacious, well-equipped learning area with a number of break-out areas to support group learning. Our pupils take great pride in their newly refurbished library which adds a touch of class to their learning space. Children thrive in our outdoor provision, engaging with nature in all seasons and weather.
This is an excellent training ground for a Headship or other senior leader role. Regrettably, this opportunity is not suitable for ECTs.
We are looking for:
• A skilled professional who has an engaging and inspirational style of teaching.
• Someone who has the drive and ambition to make sure our children achieve their very best, and promotes academic excellence
• An established teacher with a flair and passion for primary education who will embrace working and teaching in our school.
• A professional with senior leadership skills or aspirations to develop these, who can contribute and lead on school development initiatives.
• A highly-organised individual who is able to manage the day-to-day operation running of a small school, balanced with their own teaching commitment, in the absence of the Headteacher.
• Someone who will embrace our nurture principles and a nurturing approach to supporting children with a range of needs.
• The ability to act as a deputy designated safeguarding lead.
• A leader who can support the development of subjects/initiatives across their own school and others.
If have a passion for teaching and learning and a desire to help every child achieve their very best, then Oakridge is the place for you.
Queries / School Visits
Informal chats with our Headteacher, Ben Russell, are welcomed. For queries or to arrange a call or school visit, please contact Chloe Bullen on 01609 536 964 or via chloe.bullen@northyorks.gov.uk
Chloe has been engaged to support us with recruiting to this exciting opportunity.
Visit slots:
Visits are by appointment only, please contact Chloe to book. Please note other candidates may be present.
• Tues 3rd Feb 3.30, 4.30
• Wed 4th Feb 8am, 9am
• Thursday 5th 3.30pm, 4.30pm, 5.30pm
• Tue 10th Feb 8am
What the school offers its staff
• A supportive, forward-thinking team
• A beautiful rural setting with outstanding outdoor learning
• Strong links with the wider YEAT family of schools
• A commitment to professional development and collaboration
• A chance to make a real difference in a small, close-knit school community
Further details about the role
When applying please take into account the following:
Employment History
In line with KCSIE requirements, please complete your full employment history to ensure any gaps in your education and career history are accounted for.
Suitable References
When completing your application, please provide two employment referees. Generally, this should be your current and most recent Headteacher or line manager. Please note if your former Headteacher or line manager has since left, please use an alternative current senior staff member as they need to be in post at your former location to be able to confirm your details in full. Unfortunately, we cannot accept personal references or personal email addresses. Please get in touch for any queries if you are unsure.
Supporting Information
The supporting information section of your application should clearly evidence your ability to meet the requirements we have outlined in the job description & person specification. This will be used to shortlist applicants for this role and therefore it is imperative that you provide evidence as requested.North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies and process applications on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes.
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.
Are you an experienced Teacher looking to progress in your career? This role is an excellent training ground for an aspiring future headteacher.
Your Opportunity:
We are looking to appoint a colleague to join us as a ‘Teacher-in-Charge.
You will teach our Oak Class, a mixed aged class comprised of 3 year 3s, 4 year 4s, 2 year 5s and 8 year 6s. You will be supported by Mrs Harrison, an exceptional HLTA.
Oak Class benefits from a spacious, well-equipped learning area with a number of break-out areas to support group learning. Our pupils take great pride in their newly refurbished library which adds a touch of class to their learning space. Children thrive in our outdoor provision, engaging with nature in all seasons and weather.
This is an excellent training ground for a Headship or other senior leader role. Regrettably, this opportunity is not suitable for ECTs.
We are looking for:
• A skilled professional who has an engaging and inspirational style of teaching.
• Someone who has the drive and ambition to make sure our children achieve their very best, and promotes academic excellence
• An established teacher with a flair and passion for primary education who will embrace working and teaching in our school.
• A professional with senior leadership skills or aspirations to develop these, who can contribute and lead on school development initiatives.
• A highly-organised individual who is able to manage the day-to-day operation running of a small school, balanced with their own teaching commitment, in the absence of the Headteacher.
• Someone who will embrace our nurture principles and a nurturing approach to supporting children with a range of needs.
• The ability to act as a deputy designated safeguarding lead.
• A leader who can support the development of subjects/initiatives across their own school and others.
If have a passion for teaching and learning and a desire to help every child achieve their very best, then Oakridge is the place for you.
Queries / School Visits
Informal chats with our Headteacher, Ben Russell, are welcomed. For queries or to arrange a call or school visit, please contact Chloe Bullen on 01609 536 964 or via chloe.bullen@northyorks.gov.uk
Chloe has been engaged to support us with recruiting to this exciting opportunity.
Visit slots:
Visits are by appointment only, please contact Chloe to book. Please note other candidates may be present.
• Tues 3rd Feb 3.30, 4.30
• Wed 4th Feb 8am, 9am
• Thursday 5th 3.30pm, 4.30pm, 5.30pm
• Tue 10th Feb 8am
What the school offers its staff
• A supportive, forward-thinking team
• A beautiful rural setting with outstanding outdoor learning
• Strong links with the wider YEAT family of schools
• A commitment to professional development and collaboration
• A chance to make a real difference in a small, close-knit school community
Further details about the role
When applying please take into account the following:
Employment History
In line with KCSIE requirements, please complete your full employment history to ensure any gaps in your education and career history are accounted for.
Suitable References
When completing your application, please provide two employment referees. Generally, this should be your current and most recent Headteacher or line manager. Please note if your former Headteacher or line manager has since left, please use an alternative current senior staff member as they need to be in post at your former location to be able to confirm your details in full. Unfortunately, we cannot accept personal references or personal email addresses. Please get in touch for any queries if you are unsure.
Supporting Information
The supporting information section of your application should clearly evidence your ability to meet the requirements we have outlined in the job description & person specification. This will be used to shortlist applicants for this role and therefore it is imperative that you provide evidence as requested.North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies and process applications on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes.
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.