Teacher
| Posting date: | 01 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 May 2026 |
| Location: | Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S13 8HH |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 660a86bf-3944-4c36-b353-769dc90bc9f5 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Athelstan Primary School is on the lookout for ateacher (ideally KS2) who feels confident they could match our high expectations and passion for learning.
We are a larger than average school, situated in a wonderfully vibrant community, where children and adults from many diverse cultures, beliefs and backgrounds blend together to create Team Athelstan. We are a warm and welcoming staff, who work very hard and who genuinely want to make the difference for all our pupils.
Our pupils generally achieve well, but just as importantly, we believe that the broader provision we offer our pupils is crucial to developing the whole child and his or her unique interests and talents. Our varied curriculum has enabled us to achieve many awards, including Platinum Sportsmark, Gold Artsmark and Computing.
The role is open to Early Career Teachers. Candidates should be willing to bring ideas, enthusiasm and commitment to our school and in return, will experience high quality professional development and support.
Key Responsibilities:
• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons that cater to the diverse learning needs of all pupils in your class.
• Create a stimulating and supportive classroom environment that promotes positive behaviour and a love of learning.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, including teaching assistants and other professionals, to ensure the best outcomes for all children.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers, building positive relationships and keeping them informed of their child's progress.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including attending staff meetings, INSET days, and potentially leading extracurricular activities.
• Uphold the school's policies and procedures, including safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
We are looking for a teacher who:
• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Is highly motivated with a strong understanding of the primary curriculum and effective teaching and learning strategies.
• Is passionate about working with primary-aged children and committed to their development.
• Can demonstrate an awareness of and commitment to working in a diverse school community.
• Is able to communicate, enthuse and inspire young learners.
• Is a strong team player and able to work collaboratively.
• Has a desire to play an active role in the development of the school and to use their own skills, talents and interest for the benefit of the children.
What we can offer you:
• A welcoming and happy school environment with a dedicated and supportive staff team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils who enjoy coming to school.
• A commitment to staff well-being and achieving a good work-life balance..
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS.
In addition, as part of the short-listing process, we will carry out an online search as part of our diligence on the shortlisted candidates.
Visits to the school are strongly recommended. Candidates should telephone school on 0114 2692301 to make an appointment.
For further details and an application form please contact Zoe Godwin, our Business Manager at zgodwin@athelstan.sheffield.sch.uk.
Completed application forms should be emailed to zgodwin@athelstan.sheffield.sch.uk.
Closing Date: 18th May 2026
Shortlisting: 20th May 2026
Interview: 9th June 2026
What the school offers its staff
Athelstan Primary School
Crucible Co-operative Learning Trust
Athelstan Primary School is a wonderfully vibrant community, where children and adults from many diverse cultures, beliefs and backgrounds blend together to create Team Athelstan. We are an incredible team, who work very hard and who genuinely want to make the difference for all our pupils.
Everyone is a valued part of this team, and collaboration and co-operation are fundamental principles of how we can all learn and grow together to be the best that we can be; academically, socially, physically and spiritually. We want our children to aim high and recognise that with hard work, they can and will succeed. This means building on our strengths and reflecting on the areas where we can improve, striving for excellence in all that we do.
We also put great emphasis on respect for and from all, so that we can enable our children to be the best possible citizens in both our community and in wider society. This is encouraged through politeness, courtesy, basic manners, honesty and by taking responsibility for our actions at all times.
All stakeholders are urged to play an active part in our quest to be the best that we can be. Part of this is working with our partner schools (Ballifield Primary and Brunswick Primary) in the Crucible Co-operative Learning Trust, and through our other network schools, so that best practice can be shared and built on.
Our Values and Ethos
We want our school to be:
• A place where learning is fun and meaningful, and achievement is high.
• A safe and happy place, where everyone is valued and respected.
• Where everyone has gifts and abilities with the opportunity to shine.
• A stimulating, welcoming and attractive learning environment, of which we are proud.
Facts and Figures!
• We are a 3-form entry school, with approximately 606 children on roll.
• Team Athelstan is made up of approximately 85 staff.
• We are based in Sheffield 13. Our children live mainly in the Handsworth and Darnall areas of Sheffield, but many travel from further afield.
• Our children speak more than 15 languages, other than English.
• We have 32% PP, 22% EAL and 37% BME, making Athelstan the rich and diverse community it is.
Team Athelstan Guarantee
Team Athelstan Guarantee’ incorporates the following things we offer to our staff;
• Teaching staff are allowed to take PPA time at home.
• Our Wellbeing Group (made up of staff & governors) meet regularly.
• Staff worry box that allows staff to anonymously leave feedback for leaders.
• Secret Friend system operates; staff members buy or make little presents for someone at various points over the year. The recipient has no idea who is sending their gifts until the very end of the year.
• There is always a team-building aspect of the first INSET day of the school year.
• Every week we have dress down Friday.
• Staff have access to showering facilities, enabling them to exercise before school, or at lunchtime.
• The staff meeting before the Christmas holidays, is always a drop-in for staff where the head buys mince pies etc to say thank you
• Numerous social events take place during the year.
• Chilled water dispenser in staffroom.
• Free locked car parking.
• Release time is given for monitoring and evaluation etc.
• SLT are very supportive of University studies.
• Flexibility is offered to all staff, allowing time off to attend their own children’s events whenever possible.
Please take a look at our website www.athelstanprimaryschool.co.uk or arrange a visit for more information about Team Athelstan.
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.
Athelstan Primary School is on the lookout for ateacher (ideally KS2) who feels confident they could match our high expectations and passion for learning.
We are a larger than average school, situated in a wonderfully vibrant community, where children and adults from many diverse cultures, beliefs and backgrounds blend together to create Team Athelstan. We are a warm and welcoming staff, who work very hard and who genuinely want to make the difference for all our pupils.
Our pupils generally achieve well, but just as importantly, we believe that the broader provision we offer our pupils is crucial to developing the whole child and his or her unique interests and talents. Our varied curriculum has enabled us to achieve many awards, including Platinum Sportsmark, Gold Artsmark and Computing.
The role is open to Early Career Teachers. Candidates should be willing to bring ideas, enthusiasm and commitment to our school and in return, will experience high quality professional development and support.
Key Responsibilities:
• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons that cater to the diverse learning needs of all pupils in your class.
• Create a stimulating and supportive classroom environment that promotes positive behaviour and a love of learning.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, including teaching assistants and other professionals, to ensure the best outcomes for all children.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers, building positive relationships and keeping them informed of their child's progress.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including attending staff meetings, INSET days, and potentially leading extracurricular activities.
• Uphold the school's policies and procedures, including safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
We are looking for a teacher who:
• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Is highly motivated with a strong understanding of the primary curriculum and effective teaching and learning strategies.
• Is passionate about working with primary-aged children and committed to their development.
• Can demonstrate an awareness of and commitment to working in a diverse school community.
• Is able to communicate, enthuse and inspire young learners.
• Is a strong team player and able to work collaboratively.
• Has a desire to play an active role in the development of the school and to use their own skills, talents and interest for the benefit of the children.
What we can offer you:
• A welcoming and happy school environment with a dedicated and supportive staff team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils who enjoy coming to school.
• A commitment to staff well-being and achieving a good work-life balance..
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS.
In addition, as part of the short-listing process, we will carry out an online search as part of our diligence on the shortlisted candidates.
Visits to the school are strongly recommended. Candidates should telephone school on 0114 2692301 to make an appointment.
For further details and an application form please contact Zoe Godwin, our Business Manager at zgodwin@athelstan.sheffield.sch.uk.
Completed application forms should be emailed to zgodwin@athelstan.sheffield.sch.uk.
Closing Date: 18th May 2026
Shortlisting: 20th May 2026
Interview: 9th June 2026
What the school offers its staff
Athelstan Primary School
Crucible Co-operative Learning Trust
Athelstan Primary School is a wonderfully vibrant community, where children and adults from many diverse cultures, beliefs and backgrounds blend together to create Team Athelstan. We are an incredible team, who work very hard and who genuinely want to make the difference for all our pupils.
Everyone is a valued part of this team, and collaboration and co-operation are fundamental principles of how we can all learn and grow together to be the best that we can be; academically, socially, physically and spiritually. We want our children to aim high and recognise that with hard work, they can and will succeed. This means building on our strengths and reflecting on the areas where we can improve, striving for excellence in all that we do.
We also put great emphasis on respect for and from all, so that we can enable our children to be the best possible citizens in both our community and in wider society. This is encouraged through politeness, courtesy, basic manners, honesty and by taking responsibility for our actions at all times.
All stakeholders are urged to play an active part in our quest to be the best that we can be. Part of this is working with our partner schools (Ballifield Primary and Brunswick Primary) in the Crucible Co-operative Learning Trust, and through our other network schools, so that best practice can be shared and built on.
Our Values and Ethos
We want our school to be:
• A place where learning is fun and meaningful, and achievement is high.
• A safe and happy place, where everyone is valued and respected.
• Where everyone has gifts and abilities with the opportunity to shine.
• A stimulating, welcoming and attractive learning environment, of which we are proud.
Facts and Figures!
• We are a 3-form entry school, with approximately 606 children on roll.
• Team Athelstan is made up of approximately 85 staff.
• We are based in Sheffield 13. Our children live mainly in the Handsworth and Darnall areas of Sheffield, but many travel from further afield.
• Our children speak more than 15 languages, other than English.
• We have 32% PP, 22% EAL and 37% BME, making Athelstan the rich and diverse community it is.
Team Athelstan Guarantee
Team Athelstan Guarantee’ incorporates the following things we offer to our staff;
• Teaching staff are allowed to take PPA time at home.
• Our Wellbeing Group (made up of staff & governors) meet regularly.
• Staff worry box that allows staff to anonymously leave feedback for leaders.
• Secret Friend system operates; staff members buy or make little presents for someone at various points over the year. The recipient has no idea who is sending their gifts until the very end of the year.
• There is always a team-building aspect of the first INSET day of the school year.
• Every week we have dress down Friday.
• Staff have access to showering facilities, enabling them to exercise before school, or at lunchtime.
• The staff meeting before the Christmas holidays, is always a drop-in for staff where the head buys mince pies etc to say thank you
• Numerous social events take place during the year.
• Chilled water dispenser in staffroom.
• Free locked car parking.
• Release time is given for monitoring and evaluation etc.
• SLT are very supportive of University studies.
• Flexibility is offered to all staff, allowing time off to attend their own children’s events whenever possible.
Please take a look at our website www.athelstanprimaryschool.co.uk or arrange a visit for more information about Team Athelstan.
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.