Teacher

Glasshoughton Infant Academy; Castleford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Glasshoughton Infant Academy is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Teacher to join a dedicated team of teachers and support staff. This role focuses on providing a superb start to each child’s educational journey with warmth, inclusivity and high-quality teaching.

Be part of a caring school culture that values collaboration, equity and strong relationships with families. We are looking for an inspirational practitioner who can support all learners to flourish in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience within the primary phase and a strong understanding of child development.
• Commitment to inclusive education and ensuring every child belongs.
• Ability to create engaging, safe, purposeful learning environments.
• Warm, approachable, consistent from nursery to reception ensuring high expectations.
• Collaborative team player who communicates well with families.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging, purposeful learning environments where children feel safe, valued and excited to learn.
• Maintain high expectations for all pupils and make lessons meaningful, challenging and enjoyable.
• Build positive, nurturing relationships with children and understand each pupil as an individual.
• Collaborate with families and carers to support children's development and well-being.
• Contribute to whole-school improvement through teamwork and shared practice.

Job description

Glasshoughton Infant Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, passionate, and caring Early Years Teacher to join our dedicated team of teachers and support staff. This is a fantastic opportunity for an inspirational practitioner who is committed to giving every child the very best start to their educational journey.

You will:

• Have a genuine passion for teaching and a belief that every child can succeed.
• Have experience within the primary phase and a strong understanding of child development. You recognise that every child is unique and bring creativity, adaptability, and care to meet a wide range of needs, ensuring all pupils are supported to flourish.
• Be an exceptional classroom practitioner who can create engaging, purposeful learning environments where children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn. You will have high expectations for all pupils and strive to make every lesson meaningful, challenging, and enjoyable.
• Be committed to inclusive education and believe every child deserves to feel a true sense of belonging. You will champion equity and inclusion, ensuring our curriculum is accessible, ambitious, and inspiring for all learners, regardless of background, ability, or need.
• Build positive, nurturing relationships with children and understand the importance of knowing each pupil as an individual. You will be warm, approachable, and consistent, creating an environment where children feel confident to take risks, ask questions, and be the very best version of themselves.
• Value the importance of working in partnership with families and recognise the vital role parents and carers play in a child's education. You will communicate openly and positively, building strong relationships that support children to achieve their full potential.
• Be a collaborative team player who enjoys working alongside colleagues, sharing ideas, and learning from others. You will contribute positively to our school community and embrace opportunities to support whole-school improvement.

In return, we offer:

• Wonderful children who are enthusiastic, welcoming, and eager to learn.
• A caring and supportive staff team who genuinely value collaboration and wellbeing.
• A positive school culture where everyone is encouraged to flourish and succeed.
• High-quality professional development and opportunities to grow your career.
• Leaders who will support, challenge, and invest in your success.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children, families, and the wider community every single day.

If you are passionate about helping children thrive, enjoy working as part of a dedicated team, and want to be part of a school where relationships, ambition, and kindness are at the heart of everything we do, we would love to hear from you.

Closing date for Applications:Providing suitable interest, the closing date for applications is Midday on Monday 30th November 2026 with interviews taking place on Thursday 5th November 2026.

References: References will be taken up shortly after shortlisting and prior to interview using the contact details you supply on your application.

Equal Opportunities: Castleford Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. Castleford Trust welcomes applications from anyone who meets the criteria for the role.