KS1 Teacher - Full or Part Time
| Posting date: | 21 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 May 2026 |
| Location: | York, North Yorkshire, YO26 9RG |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | cebe5371-6555-4dcd-8389-10a3bb065e2d |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
As our new Year 1&2 Teacher, you will play a vital role in shaping the learning journey of our KS1 children. You will join a collaborative and experienced staff team, working together to maintain our high standards and continue the positive development of our over-subscribed school.
Key Responsibilities:
• Inspire and teach a mixed class of 30 enthusiastic Year 1 and Year 2 children, fostering a love of learning and supporting each child to achieve their best.
• Create an engaging, inclusive classroom environment where every child feels safe, valued, and ready to learn.
• Contribute your ideas and energy to the ongoing development of our school, working closely with colleagues to deliver our bespoke curriculum.
• Embrace opportunities for outdoor learning, including forest school sessions in our nature reserve, to enhance children’s experiences and wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff, supporting our strong community spirit.
The Person
We warmly welcome applications from teachers who are committed to making a difference and who thrive in a collaborative, caring environment. Whether you are early in your career or bring a wealth of experience, we want to hear from you.
We’re Looking For:
• A kind, friendly, and positive individual who brings warmth and enthusiasm to the classroom.
• A true team player who enjoys working collaboratively and values the support of colleagues.
• Someone who is passionate about teaching and determined to help every child reach their full potential.
• An educator who embraces inclusive practice and is committed to our school values.
• Experience with a provision-based approach, or interest in this way of teaching, would be an advantage.
• There is SOME flexibility in hours. We would consider applications from candidates who would like between 0.7FTE and full time, please include your preference in your application.
• The role could suit ECTs or more experienced staff.
What the school offers its staff
At Great Ouseburn Primary School, we believe that happy, supported staff are the key to a thriving school. We are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing, and we work together to ensure a positive work-life balance.
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
• A strong commitment to your professional development, with ongoing CPD tailored to your interests and career goals.
• Supportive, friendly colleagues who value teamwork and share a genuine passion for education.
• A leadership team dedicated to managing staff workload and promoting wellbeing.
• Delightful, well-behaved children who love learning and make every day rewarding.
• Engaged and supportive parents who work in partnership with our school.
• An ambitious, bespoke curriculum and opportunities to innovate in your teaching.
• A beautiful school environment, including a new field and nature reserve for outdoor learning.
• The chance to be part of an experienced and caring staff team, where everyone’s contribution is valued.
Further details about the role
Please note: the school has applied to become part of Pathfinder Multi Academy Trust. Whether the conversion goes ahead or not, all staff will be employed to work at Great Ouseburn under standard teachers pay and conditions.
Interested candidates should submit their application before the closing date of 4th May. For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact the school directly via admin@greatouseburn.n-yorks.sch.uk or 01423 330296.
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.
As our new Year 1&2 Teacher, you will play a vital role in shaping the learning journey of our KS1 children. You will join a collaborative and experienced staff team, working together to maintain our high standards and continue the positive development of our over-subscribed school.
Key Responsibilities:
• Inspire and teach a mixed class of 30 enthusiastic Year 1 and Year 2 children, fostering a love of learning and supporting each child to achieve their best.
• Create an engaging, inclusive classroom environment where every child feels safe, valued, and ready to learn.
• Contribute your ideas and energy to the ongoing development of our school, working closely with colleagues to deliver our bespoke curriculum.
• Embrace opportunities for outdoor learning, including forest school sessions in our nature reserve, to enhance children’s experiences and wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff, supporting our strong community spirit.
The Person
We warmly welcome applications from teachers who are committed to making a difference and who thrive in a collaborative, caring environment. Whether you are early in your career or bring a wealth of experience, we want to hear from you.
We’re Looking For:
• A kind, friendly, and positive individual who brings warmth and enthusiasm to the classroom.
• A true team player who enjoys working collaboratively and values the support of colleagues.
• Someone who is passionate about teaching and determined to help every child reach their full potential.
• An educator who embraces inclusive practice and is committed to our school values.
• Experience with a provision-based approach, or interest in this way of teaching, would be an advantage.
• There is SOME flexibility in hours. We would consider applications from candidates who would like between 0.7FTE and full time, please include your preference in your application.
• The role could suit ECTs or more experienced staff.
What the school offers its staff
At Great Ouseburn Primary School, we believe that happy, supported staff are the key to a thriving school. We are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing, and we work together to ensure a positive work-life balance.
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
• A strong commitment to your professional development, with ongoing CPD tailored to your interests and career goals.
• Supportive, friendly colleagues who value teamwork and share a genuine passion for education.
• A leadership team dedicated to managing staff workload and promoting wellbeing.
• Delightful, well-behaved children who love learning and make every day rewarding.
• Engaged and supportive parents who work in partnership with our school.
• An ambitious, bespoke curriculum and opportunities to innovate in your teaching.
• A beautiful school environment, including a new field and nature reserve for outdoor learning.
• The chance to be part of an experienced and caring staff team, where everyone’s contribution is valued.
Further details about the role
Please note: the school has applied to become part of Pathfinder Multi Academy Trust. Whether the conversion goes ahead or not, all staff will be employed to work at Great Ouseburn under standard teachers pay and conditions.
Interested candidates should submit their application before the closing date of 4th May. For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact the school directly via admin@greatouseburn.n-yorks.sch.uk or 01423 330296.
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.