Class Teacher (Year 4) (The Whartons Primary School)

MacIntyre Academies; Otley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing perks

Employee Assistance Programme

Salary sacrifice scheme

Great pension scheme

Free parking

Job summary

The Whartons is seeking a motivated Primary teacher for January 2027 to join our dedicated Year 4 class on a full-time, permanent basis. We welcome applications from both ECTs and experienced teachers who share our commitment to an inclusive school culture and high expectations for all pupils.

Qualified Teacher Status is required, with a strong understanding of current pedagogy and behaviour management. The school offers excellent CPD, a supportive senior team and a welcoming, outdoor-friendly

Qualifications

• QT S and successful teaching record.
• Understanding of current theory and best practice in learning and teaching.
• Ability to create a happy, challenging and effective learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach Year 4 as part of a single form entry class in KS2.
• Contribute to an inclusive school culture with high expectations.
• Develop practice and engage pupils through purposeful contexts.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status

Pedagogy knowledge

Behaviour management

Inclusive learning

Job description

About Us

The Whartons is a friendly, inclusive and vibrant primary school at the heart of our local community on the edge of Otley in West Yorkshire. We are single form entry and benefit from fantastic and extensive school grounds in a semi-rural setting. Our aim at school is to encourage children's love of learning and to set learning in purposeful contexts which develop enquiring minds and independence. We carefully plan a curriculum that engages children's curiosity in the world around them and regularly uses the outdoor environment to drive learning experiences.

Job Description

MPS/UPS – Applications welcome from ECT's

Full Time

Permanent

Required From 1st January 2027

We are wishing to appoint, for January 2027, an enthusiastic, committed and highly motivated Primary teacher on a full-time, permanent basis. Predominately working with our Year 4 class, we are open to applications from candidates who have experience teaching within key stage 2. We are looking for an individual who is committed to further developing their practice and creating a wholly inclusive school culture; someone who has high expectations and strives to meet the needs of all pupils. We welcome applications from both ECTs and experienced teachers.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who

• Qualified Teacher Status and a successful teaching record
• Knowledge and understanding of current theory and best process practice in learning and teaching.
• Clear understanding of effective procedures for managing and promoting positive behaviour among children.
• The ability to create a happy, challenging and effective learning environment.

We Can Offer

• Excellent Continuing Professional Development opportunities
• A dedicated staff team supported by a committed and experienced senior leadership team
• A positive environment where students can learn and achieve

For more information please visit https://www.collaborativelearningtrust.com/vacancies. Please note we do not accept CVs.

Closing Date: Thursday 5th November 2026

Selection Date: w/c Monday 9th November 2026

Collaborative Learning Trust is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of all children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

In line with KCSiE 2026, we will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This may help identify any matters that are publicly available online, which we might want to explore with you at interview.

Benefits

Wellbeing perks, Employee Assistance Programme, salary sacrifice scheme, great pension scheme, free parking.

Desired Criteria

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Essential Criteria

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