Year 1 Class Teacher

Leeds Safe Roads Partnership; Otley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary educational institution is looking for an outstanding Year 1 Class Teacher in Otley. This full-time role is a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave, where you'll ensure high standards of quality teaching and engage with the school community. If you're motivated and passionate about education, you are encouraged to apply. The position includes a commitment to safeguarding and the successful candidate will undergo a DBS check.

Benefits

Enthusiastic and well-behaved children

Friendly and committed staff team

Supportive parents and governors

Qualifications

• Outstanding teaching skills with a commitment to excellence.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a supportive staff team.
• Clear understanding of the ethos of a primary school.

Responsibilities

• Cover maternity leave in the Year 1 class.
• Deliver high standards of quality teaching.
• Engage with the school community and participate in its wider life.

Job description

Overview

Job title and organisation: Year 1 Class Teacher - Otley All Saints Primary School. Salary: MPS/UPS. Hours: Full Time. Contract: Fixed Term to cover maternity leave. Location: Otley All Saints Primary School, Lisker Drive, Otley, Leeds LS21 1DF. Closing Date: Thursday 26 February 2026.

The Governors are seeking to appoint an outstanding, highly motivated class teacher to cover maternity leave. We are looking for someone who is committed to the pursuit of excellence and enjoyment of learning, and has a clear understanding and enthusiasm for high standards and quality teaching. You should also be in sympathy with the ethos of the school and be prepared to join in the wider life of the school community.

We are a popular school, enjoying an excellent reputation within the community. We can offer:

• Enthusiastic, motivated and well behaved children,
• A friendly and committed staff team,
• Supportive parents and governors.

Applicants should state their curriculum strengths and interests.

A warm invitation is extended to potential candidates who wish to visit the school; please contact the school office to arrange an appointment.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Completed applications should be returned to the school marked for the attention of the Headteacher.

Tel.: [phone]. Acting/Co-Headteacher Mrs Jessica Sutton. NOR 212

We welcome applications from everyone and actively seek a diverse range of applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. We particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to, women, carers, veterans as well as LGBT+, ethnically diverse, disabled and care experienced people.

This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, 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, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £41,700 per year or meet one of the other eligibility criteria. Please ensure you are eligible before applying.

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.