Teacher

Thornhill Junior and Infant School; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Thornhill Junior and Infant School in Dewsbury is seeking an excellent teacher for January 2027 on a fixed-term basis until August 2027. The role offers either full-time or 0.6 FTE part-time, within the MPS/UPS pay scale, and requires a strong, inspirational classroom practitioner with a collaborative approach.

Due to relocation of a KS2 teacher, the school is expanding its motivated team and inviting applications from candidates with a track record of raising standards and engaging with the

Qualifications

• is a fantastic and creative classroom practitioner and committed team player who will help motivate and inspire colleagues in all aspects of teaching and learning.
• is committed to raising and maintaining children’s aspirations and has excellent interpersonal skills;
• can form positive links between school and families;
• has excellent behaviour management strategies;
• has a proven track record for improving standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and effective lessons to all pupils.
• Maintain high expectations to raise attainment and aspirations.
• Foster positive relationships with families and the community.
• Apply strong behaviour management to create a safe learning environment.
• Contribute to school-wide improvements and professional collaboration.

Skills

fantastic and creative classroompract

committed team player

excellent interpersonal skills

form positive links between school and

excellent behaviour management

proven track record for improving

Job description

Required for January 2027

Fixed term until August 2027

Full time or Part time (0.6 FTE)

MPS/UPS

We passionately believe that every child deserves an excellent education and access to amazing opportunities which help them to learn more about and appreciate the world we live in. We believe that every adult in school plays an important role in supporting our mission of enabling all children to thrive and reach their potential.

Due to the relocation of one of our Key Stage Two teachers, we are looking for an excellent teacher to join our successful and thriving school. Thornhill J and I is at a very exciting time in its development and we are keen to appoint a teacher to join our highly skilled and motivated team.

What makes our school special? (In our words)

• Our children are at the heart of everything we do.
• Relationships are strong, respectful and nurturing.
• We play an active role within our community and like to reach out to support others.
• Our staff are empathetic, people-centered and committed to working hard, together.
• We face challenges with positivity and optimism, working hard, together, to overcome them.
• We all love to learn!

What makes our school special? (According to our Y6 pupils)

• ”Thornhill is a representative school for the community- we are an amazing school!”
• ”Music is a very special part of our school and we treasure it truly. We learn a new musical instrument every year.”
• ”We have amazing school trips, which are unique for every year group. We have just been to London in Y6 and we loved Chester Zoo in Y4.”
• “Our school is such a great place to be. It is almost like a magic place because it brings so many friends and families together.”

Can you see yourself joining and contributing to our fantastic school family?

We are looking for someone who:

• is a fantastic and creative classroom practitioner and committed team player who will help motivate and inspire colleagues in all aspects of teaching and learning;
  
• is committed to raising and maintaining children’s aspirations and has excellent interpersonal skills;
• can form positive links between school and families;
• has excellent behaviour management strategies;
• has a proven track record for improving standards.

At Thornhill we offer:

• happy, enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils who are eager to learn;
• a supportive team of professional staff;
• a well-resourced and attractive learning environment;
• excellent Professional Development opportunities.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged- we would love to meet you! Please contact the school office to book a visit on 01924 453259.