Class Teacher

Wakefield Metropolitan District Council · Wakefield, England

Class Teacher at Wakefield Metropolitan District Council, based in Wakefield, England. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Wakefield, England
Contract
Permanent
Posted
15 hours ago
Closes
2 Oct 2026
Sector
Teacher

Reference e30b375820277aeeac00b9a24a9c591c28cc855e

About the role

To deliver high-quality teaching and learning, enabling all pupils to achieve their full potential in a safe, inclusive and engaging environment. The postholder will maintain high expectations of achievement, behaviour and attitudes, while supporting the school's vision and values.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver effective lessons that meet the needs of all pupils.
  • Maintain high expectations and standards of learning, behaviour and presentation.
  • Assess, monitor and report on pupil progress.
  • Adapt teaching to support all learners, including those with SEND and disadvantaged pupils.
  • Create a positive, stimulating and well-managed classroom environment.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and carers.
  • Uphold safeguarding requirements and professional standards at all times.
  • Qualities

The successful candidate will:

  • Demonstrate high expectations and a commitment to excellence for all pupils.
  • Be an effective and reflective classroom practitioner.
  • Have strong behaviour management and organisational skills.
  • Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
  • Essential Requirements
  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
  • Be flexible, enthusiastic and committed to continuous improvement.
  • Promote the school's values and contribute positively to school life.
  • Experience of teaching in a primary school setting.
  • Secure knowledge of the National Curriculum
  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

To arrange a visit or find out more information, please contact the Business Manager – Evette Harris

[email removed]

or telephone on [phone removed].

Selection Timeline

Closing Date: Friday 2nd October 2026

Shortlisting: Monday 5th October 2026

Interviews: w/c 12th October 2026

To Apply

Applicants will need to use the link below to view the advert. From there, you will need to click ‘Apply’ and complete an online application form. Recruitment

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to obtain an Enhanced check for Regulated Activity from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Reference: e30b375820277aeeac00b9a24a9c591c28cc855e · Posted 15 hours ago · Closes 2 Oct 2026 · Listed via Wakefield Metropolitan District Council

Know someone who'd be great for this? Get a shareable card

Apply for this job

This role is listed via Wakefield Metropolitan District Council. Applications are handled on the employer's site.

Apply on employer site

Opens the employer's website in a new tab.

Safe applying: a genuine employer will never ask you to pay for a DBS check, training or equipment, or move you onto WhatsApp before you are hired. If this listing does, report it and do not pay anything.

Report this job
Salary Competitive
Apply now