Class Teacher - Worthinghead Primary School

Kirklees Council; Bradford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development including ECT

Induction support for ECTs

Outdoor learning spaces

Job summary

Worthinghead Primary School in Bradford is seeking a Class Teacher for Year 5 in the first instance, with ECT applications considered. You will foster calm, warm, and high-expectation classrooms, champion inclusive practices, and lead a foundation subject with energy and creativity.

Join a school committed to restoration, equity, and strong relationships, offering professional development and a supportive environment for both new and experienced teachers.

Qualifications

• An inspiring classroom practitioner who understands productive learning starts with calm, predictable environments and high warmth.
• Embodies restorative approaches and the principles of Positive Relationships policy.
• Champions inclusion and equity, ensuring all learners belong and achieve, including those with SEND.

Responsibilities

• Lead a foundation subject across the school (except ECTs).
• Teach Y5 in the first instance; ECT applications will be considered.
• Nurture a vibrant classroom culture where reading drives learning and curiosity is celebrated.

Skills

Inspiring classroom practitioner

Restorative approaches

Inclusion and equity

Team player

Job description

Organisation

Schools

Directorate

Primary Schools

Service Area

Worthinghead Primary School

Hours

Full Time, Permanent

Number of Jobs

1

Location(s)

Bradford and surrounding areas

Position type

Permanent

Grade

MPS

Salary

MPS

Advert Wording

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Worthinghead Primary School

Class Teacher

Y5 in the first instance; ECT applications will be considered

If you are a relational, forward-thinking teacher who champions inclusive practice, resonates with our vision, and is determined to help us ensure the children at Worthinghead thrive and succeed, we would love to hear from you.

What We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will be someone who:

• Is an inspiring classroom practitioner who understands that productive learning begins with calm, predictable environments, high warmth, and unwavering expectations.
• Embodies our Positive Relationships Policy, drawing on restorative approaches and the principles of When the Adults Change to praise publicly, reflect privately, and meet every child with consistency and patience.
• Champions genuine inclusion and equity, recognising that every learner's starting point is unique and skillfully adapting teaching to ensure all pupils - including those with SEND and pastoral vulnerabilities - belong and achieve.
• Fosters a vibrant classroom culture where reading is the heartbeat of learning, mistakes are embraced as progress, and curiosity is celebrated.
• Brings energy, creativity, and a distinct passion to lead a foundation subject across our school (except for ECTs), and brings the reflective drive to build strong foundational practice within a supportive setting.
• Is a resilient, authentic team player who works with good humour, deep empathy, and absolute integrity.

What We Can Offer

• A welcoming, ambitious school community actively delivering an inspiring, newly reimagined vision for our children.
• Children who respond brilliantly to structure, flourish under clear routines, and bring genuine warmth and curiosity to each day.
• A reflective, collaborative staff team committed to mutual support, professional wellbeing, and high instructional standards.
• Dedicated, high-quality professional development, including comprehensive support for ECT induction or tailored pathway development for experienced teachers.
• A visible, approachable Leadership Team and Governing Body that champion teacher autonomy, innovation, and professional respect
• Extensive grounds and outdoor learning spaces, including our Green Wood forest area.

Tours Of School

Because finding the right school environment is just as important for you as it is for us, visiting Worthinghead prior to application is considered an essential first step. Please contact by using the contact details at the bottom of the page to reserve a place on one of our scheduled tours:

Monday 2nd November 2026: 2:15pm – 3:15pm

Tuesday 3rd November 2026: 2:15pm – 3:15pm

Tuesday 3rd November 2026: 4:00pm – 5:00pm

Friday 6th November 2026: 9:00am – 10:00am

Key Recruitment Dates

Closing date: Wednesday 11th November 2026 at 12:00pm (midday)

Shortlisting: Wednesday 11th & Thursday 12th November 2026

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 16th November 2026

Important Safer Recruitment Information

Shortlisted applicants will need to provide evidence of their eligibility to work in the UK. Worthinghead Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to the safer recruitment process including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Closing date

11 November 2026, 12:00 PM