Primary Teacher

Pontefract Academies Trust; Wealden, Pontefract; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Multi-Academy Trust is seeking an enthusiastic Primary Teacher for Larks Hill Junior and Infant School. The role offers a chance to make a significant impact on young minds and is suitable for both new and experienced teachers. Enjoy a supportive environment with numerous professional development opportunities and a focus on work-life balance.

Benefits

Career and leadership pathways

Everyday Development Framework

Energise and Engage Weeks

Laptop

Family friendly policies

Cycle to work scheme

Blue Light card

Discounted gym membership

Free eyecare

Employee wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Demonstrate high quality teaching to ensure pupils make accelerated progress.
• Experience in a similar specialist area.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding provision for pupils' learning and achievement.
• Work effectively as part of a team and independently.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree / PGCE

Job description

Establishment: Larks Hill Junior and Infant School Location: Larks Hill Junior and Infant school Salary: £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 FTE per annum Department: Department Job Type: Full Time

Closing Date:16/05/2025 10:00 Interview Date: 19/05/2025 Start Date: 01/09/2025

Additional Information

Establishment: Larks Hill Junior and Infant School Location: Larks Hill Junior and Infant school Salary: £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 FTE per annum Department: Department Job Type: Full Time Closing Date:16/05/2025 10:00 Interview Date: 19/05/2025 Start Date: 01/09/2025

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO - Term time only Hours per Week: 32.50 Weeks per Year: 52.143 Pay Grade: MPS1 - UPS3

The Role

‘Are you passionate about education and eager to make a lasting impact on young minds?’

About Pontefract Academies Trust

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of nine schools: seven primaries and two 11-16 secondary schools. Our mission is running high quality, high achieving schools that give our children and young people the chance in life they deserve. The Trust is renowned for its commitment to excellence and has achieved remarkable success. Five of our primary schools rank within the top 1% nationally for progress, and our secondary schools feature among the top three secondary schools in the Wakefield district.

About Larks Hill J&I School

Larks Hill, a high-achieving school both locally and nationally, is a one form entry primary school, part of Pontefract Academies Trust. At Larks Hill, we are committed to investing in all of our children to prepare and provide them with the educational and life skills they will need to be successful in high school and future careers. We want children to be the ‘very best version of themselves’. In 2023 & 2024 we achieved 93% for reading, writing and maths with 39% of the 2024 cohort achieving greater depth in reading, writing and maths, leading us to being recognised as one of the top ten highest achieving schools in Yorkshire. Additionally, we proudly secured the 121st spot in the prestigious 2024 'Times Top 500 Primary Schools in England' list, firmly establishing us within the top 3% of primary schools across the country. In March 2025, Ofsted praised the school as outstanding in all five inspected judgement areas, confirming our commitment to excellence.

About the role

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding, enthusiastic, and committed Primary Teacher to join the team at Larks HillJunior & Infant School. The successful candidate will demonstrate high quality teaching to ensure pupils can make accelerated progress, securing outcomes through pupils through outstanding provision. You will use effective resources and uphold the highest standards of learning and achievement for all pupils.

This opportunity is equally exciting for Early Career Teachers (ECT) or experienced teachers, providing the chance to become valued members of a talented and supportive team.

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic people who:

• have a passion for helping pupils thrive and meet their full potential.
• have a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and students.
• can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative
• have experience of working in a similar specialist area

This is a 1 FTE, permanent contract, with a start date of 1st September 2025.

What can we offer you?

We’re passionate about employee benefits at Pontefract Academies Trust, offering the following as standard to all:

• Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities
• Everyday Development (EDD) Framework, including goals that are personal and flexible and professional development days to self-reflect and invest in personal development to aid staff engagement, boost wellbeing and enhance employee skills
• Energise and Engage Weeks throughout the year, where no meetings take place. These dedicated weeks prioritise personal professional development, support work-life balance, and allow for an early finish on designated days
• Laptop
• Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Blue Light card
• Discounted gym membership
• Free eyecare via Specsavers
• Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters)
• Discounts at numerous retailers including O2
• Free flu vaccinations.

School Visits

Potential candidates are welcome to visit our school. This is a great opportunity to explore our facilities, meet our dedicated staff, and get a feel for the vibrant community we have built here. We look forward to welcoming you and answering any questions you may have

Key Dates

• Application Deadline: 10:00am, Friday 16th May 2025

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone.

The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare.

Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.

Qualifications

Qualification Title

Grade

Qualified Teacher Status. Essential

Degree / PGCE or equivalent qualifications Essential

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone.

The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.

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Larks Hill
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF8 4RJ