Teacher of Basic Skills (based at Footsteps) at Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy

Cockburn Multi-Academy Trust

Leeds

On-site

GBP 34,000 - 53,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

West Yorkshire Pension Scheme

Teachers Pension

Free Onsite parking

Gym facilities access

Employee Assistance programme

Blue Light Card

Wellbeing programme

Discount range

Job summary

Cockburn Multi-Academy Trust seeks a Teacher of Basic Skills for Footsteps (a satellite provision of Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy) in Leeds. The role involves delivering engaging Basic Skills lessons and supporting pupils to achieve through strong pedagogy.

The successful candidate will be a committed team player with current subject knowledge, a passion for education, and a focus on safeguarding and high standards of behaviour. January 2027 start date, full-time permanent contract.

Qualifications

Strong, ambitious and intelligent team player passionate about their subject and supporting young people.
Innovative, resilient, creative and motivated professional with belief that all children deserve outstanding education.
Up-to-date subject knowledge with an excellent understanding of curriculum design and effective pedagogy.

Responsibilities

Deliver Basic Skills lessons to pupils at Footsteps (satellite provision).
Support students to enjoy and succeed through the study of Basic Skills.
Maintain high standards of student behaviour and focus.
Collaborate with staff to develop curriculum and pedagogical approaches.

Skills

Team player

Curriculum design

Subject expert

Pedagogy

Job description

Job Reference # EDV/2026/CLCA/14614

Job Category Teaching & Lecturing | Secondary

Location Ring Road, Middleton, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS10 4AX

Contract Type Permanent

Contract Term Full-Time

Salary £34,069.00 - £52,835.00 Annually (FTE)

MPS/UPS

Closing Date 9:00am, Mon 16th Nov, 2026

Start Date January 2027

Positions Available 1

About This Role

Teacher of Basic Skills at Footsteps (A satellite provision of Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy)

Who We Are Looking For

A strong, ambitious, and intelligent team player who is passionate about their subject and in supporting young people to enjoy and succeed through the study of Basic Skills.
An innovative, resilient, creative and motivated professional with an uncompromising belief that all children deserve an outstanding education.
A well-informed subject expert who is up to date with the latest research developments in their subject with an excellent understanding of curriculum design and effective pedagogical approaches.
A respected teacher who sets the highest of standards for student behaviour and focus.
An organised, reliable colleague who is committed to working with staff and students to help them achieve.

This is an exciting time to join a motivated, friendly and mission aligned growing team in a vibrant and successful school community with many opportunities to develop in the future.

Why Join Us

Competitive rates of pay
A comprehensive induction, appraisal and continued professional development program
Auto enrolment to West Yorkshire Pension Scheme/ Teachers Pension
Enhanced occupational benefits such as leave of absence, adoption, maternity & paternity pay
A range of working patterns dependent on role/ level
Access to cover pool/Flexible day
Access to Blue Light Card
Access to Employee Assistance programme including counselling, CBT, physiotherapy and virtual GP
Trained Mental Health First Aiders on each Academy site
Wellbeing and Menopause Policy and Groups
Free Onsite parking
Access to gym facilities on some sites
Regular wellbeing and social activitiesGenerous & supportive leave of absence policy
Access to a range of discounts

The school is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, and applicants will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure.

This post expects the successful candidate to safeguard the welfare of children and young people and uphold your professional responsibility.

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK-either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

Cockburn Multi-Academy Trust is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage, or civil partnership.

Safeguarding Statement

Cockburn Multi Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Cockburn Multi Academy Trust ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.