Primary Teacher of Key Stage 2 - Appleton Academy

Department of Human Resources; Bradford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a Primary Teacher for Key Stage 2 Maternity Cover in Bradford. The candidate will join a supportive team dedicated to enhancing pupil achievement while fostering an inclusive environment. The role requires proven teaching experience, a degree, and QTS. Benefits include professional development opportunities.

Benefits

High quality professional development opportunities

Supportive staff team

Innovative ways of working

Building and developing good practice

Qualifications

• Recent successful experience as a primary teacher.
• Varied teaching experience in primary or trainee roles.
• Knowledge of statutory frameworks in education.

Responsibilities

• Teach Key Stage 2 and support pupil well-being.
• Implement curriculum designed to inspire learning.
• Collaborate with teammates for best practices.

Skills

Teaching mathematics

Teaching English

Tracking pupil progress

Supporting pupil achievement

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree level study in a related subject

English and Maths GCSE (Grade C or above)

Job description

Post Title: Primary Teacher of Key stage 2 Maternity Cover

Contract: Fixed Term Contract from September 2025

Line Manager: Primary Headteacher

Pay Range/Grade: MPS/UPS

Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Vacancy Information

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Primary KS2 Teacher (Maternity Cover) to join Appleton Academy.

The primary phase is two form entry with classes from Nursery to Year 6. We have an outstanding early years provision, providing strong foundations for our children to flourish. As a team we are determined to provide the best possible education to our pupils. We are an inclusive school, both in terms of our intake and in terms of the education and support we want to offer to pupils of all backgrounds, to help them reach their true potential.

We have planned a curriculum that is designed to inspire enthusiasm for learning, ensure achievement and to support pupil well-being and happiness. It enables us to build strong relationships, celebrate diversity, encourage respect and build a sense of community. It provides and acknowledges success for all children, in all aspects of their development and it recognises, encourages and celebrates all types of talent.

As a member of primary, you will be joining a strong and supportive team of staff who are driven to ensure that our pupils achieve the highest possible standards. As a school, we all work together. The ability to collaborate and be open to development is essential and we aim to maximise potential within each member of staff.

Appleton Academy is part of Exceed Academies Trust, which currently consists of fourteen academies; ten primary schools, an all-through primary-to-secondary academy, two alternative provision academies (Primary and Secondary), and a specialist setting for children/young people who suffer from social, emotional and mental health difficulties. The Trust has an excellent reputation within Bradford and beyond, and an outstanding track record of supporting staff in developing their careers through specialist training lead by the Exceed Teaching School Hub and our Outstanding SCITT.

The successful candidate will have:

Recent successful experience as a primary teacher

Successful and varied teaching experience as a teacher or trainee

Experience of teaching mathematics and English within a primary setting

Knowledge and clear understanding of the statutory framework for education, new and innovative developments within education

Detailed knowledge and understanding of education in the primary age phase, including tracking and monitoring pupil progress

Knowledge of successful strategies for assessing and raising pupils’ achievement in particular the National Curriculum English and Maths assessment frameworks

The essential requirements of this role are:

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree level study in a related Subject

English and Maths GCSE in Grade C or above

We can offer:

A committed staff team

Opportunities for innovative ways of working

An opportunity to build and further develop good practice

High quality professional development opportunities

CVs or applications via Indeed will not be accepted.

Exceed Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to related online content checks, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check as well as successful completion of a probationary period.

Exceed Academies Trust strives to be an employer of choice. We are an inclusive and diverse multi academy trust and ultimately, our aim is to employ a workforce that reflects the communities it serves. We are committed to achieving a balanced workforce at all levels, whilst ensuring that no individual is disadvantaged or treated less favourably. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnicities and will ensure a fair recruitment process without discrimination, in compliance with the Equality Act 2010.