Class Teacher (Key Stage 2)
Knavesmire Primary School

Knavesmire Primary School is seeking to recruit a Class Teacher who welcomes the opportunity to be creative and central in ensuring all children achieve their best.

We are looking for a forward thinking, dynamic and enthusiastic teacher to join our dedicated team, who will ensure that Knavesmire Primary School is recognised for our enrichment, engagement, excitement, and our high quality work and development of the whole child.

You will:

  • Share our vision, such that our children develop with knowledge, determination, and aspiration.
  • Inspire children to reach the highest standards, through hard work and creativity.
  • Have a passion and enthusiasm for learning.
  • Have the determination and individuality to ensure all children achieve their very best.
  • Be someone who can bring additional energy and expertise to The Arts and/or Sports curriculums.
  • Strive to be an excellent teacher.

If you can help us in our goals, and want to make a difference as part of a team, we are waiting to hear from you. The school welcomes applications from ECTs, where support will be provided.

In return, we can offer a supportive working environment, with colleagues who care deeply, are experts in their fields and who are passionate about what they do. We also offer a range of staff benefits, and further details regarding our benefits and information about our Trust can be found on our website.

About this role
  • Class Teacher (Key Stage 2)
  • Knavesmire Primary School
  • Permanent
  • Full Time
  • Teachers Main Pay Scale and Upper Pay Scale (£31,650 to £49,084 per annum)
  • Closing date: midnight on Sunday 11 May 2025
  • Interview date: week commencing 19 May 2025
  • Start date: 1 September 2025

Excel Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

Further details about the school are available on the school website.

Please submit completed forms electronically to recruitment@elt.org.uk, for the attention of Mrs Jo Jones, Business Manager.

A job description and person specification for the role can be found here.

To apply please download the application form here.

Excel Learning Trust reserves the right to close advertisements early. Advertisements will therefore close at midnight either on the advertised closing date, or at the point the decision has been taken to close the advertisement early. Applicants will be invited for interview once suitable applications are received, therefore early applications are strongly encouraged and advised.