Class Teacher (Year 4)

The Methodist Church in Britain; Otley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent CPD opportunities

Dedicated staff team

Positive learning environment

Job summary

Otley Whartons Primary School is seeking a Class Teacher to lead a Year 4 class within key stage 2 from January 2027. The role focuses on classroom teaching, developing practice, and building an inclusive school culture, with the aim of meeting the needs of all pupils in a supportive, energetic learning environment.

This post is full-time and permanent, open to both newly qualified and experienced teachers.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher status required.
• Experience not required but beneficial in Year 4 or KS2.
• Ability to create an inclusive, high-expectation classroom culture.

Responsibilities

• Teach mainly a Year 4 class within key stage 2.
• Meet the needs of all pupils with high expectations.
• Manage and promote positive behaviour among pupils.
• Create a happy, challenging and effective learning environment.
• Apply current theory and best practice in learning and teaching.
• Develop own practice and contribute to an inclusive school culture.

Skills

Learning theory

Behaviour management

Engaging environment

Education

Qualified teacher status

Job description

Class Teacher role at Otley the Whartons Primary School, teaching mainly a Year 4 class within key stage 2 from January 2027. The post centres on classroom teaching, with a focus on developing practice, building an inclusive school culture and meeting the needs of all pupils. It is full-time and permanent, and open to both newly qualified and experienced teachers. Qualified teacher status and an enhanced DBS check are required, and visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Teach mainly a Year 4 class within key stage 2
• Meet the needs of all pupils with high expectations
• Manage and promote positive behaviour among pupils
• Create a happy, challenging and effective learning environment
• Apply current theory and best practice in learning and teaching
• Develop own practice and contribute to an inclusive school culture

What's required

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher status

Experience

• Successful teaching record

Skills & knowledge

• Knowledge of current theory and best practice in learning and teaching
• Understanding of effective procedures for managing and promoting positive behaviour
• Ability to create a happy, challenging and effective learning environment

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Right to work in the UK

Nice to have

• Experience teaching within key stage 2

What's offered

• Excellent continuing professional development opportunities
• Dedicated staff team supported by an experienced senior leadership team
• Positive environment in which pupils learn and achieve