Key Stage 1 (KS1) Teacher – Maternity Cover Contract

Teaching Vacancies; Skipton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A Church School in Skipton is seeking a passionate teacher to promote a Christian ethos and support children in their learning journey. The ideal candidate will employ innovative teaching methods to engage students and collaborate effectively with staff and families. Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare is essential, as is the desire to help every child achieve their best in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive community environment

Commitment to staff well-being

Qualifications

• Passionate belief that every child can achieve their best.
• Ability to promote a Christian ethos in education.
• Experience working collaboratively with community and parents.

Responsibilities

• Promote the Christian ethos of the school.
• Employ innovative and creative teaching methods.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and staff.

Skills

Innovative teaching methods

Collaborative working

Strong curriculum understanding

Building relationships

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a teacher who will:

• Actively promote the Christian ethos of our Church School.
• Demonstrate a passion and belief that every child can achieve their best and have high expectations for all learners.
• Employ an innovative and creative approach, providing models of outstanding practice and involving children as active learners in a stimulating, inclusive environment.
• Understand the importance of collaborative working with colleagues, parents, and the wider community.
• Build positive, professional relationships with children, parents, staff, and Governors.
• Possess an excellent understanding of curriculum and assessment practices to drive progress and attainment.

What the school offers its staff

What we offer in return

Joining our school means becoming part of a community where children are happy, kind, and proud of themselves and their school.

Our school is part of the Leeds Diocesan Learning Trust (LDLT), and we are a cohesive team, supported by a committed Governing Body.

Within LDLT, we are committed to investing in our staff through high-quality, accessible professional development and a clear focus on growing careers across our family of schools. We believe that every member of staff should have the opportunity to flourish—whether you are at the start of your journey or an experienced leader.

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.