Job Description

Salary: 32,916 - 45,352 per annum

Grade: MPS 1-6

Contract: Fixed Term

Hours: Full Time

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire

About the role:

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate class teacher to join our dynamic team at Killinghall CE Primary School. The ideal candidate will be committed to providing high-quality education and fostering a positive learning environment for our children.


As a class teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and supporting the holistic development of each child in your care. We are looking for someone who is a fantastic, resilient, dynamic classroom practitioner. Someone who is energetic, passionate and able to drive aspirations and 'bring about the best' for all members of our community. We encourage our teachers to inspire and excite children with creative approaches to teaching and learning. Ultimately, we want our teachers to live out our school vision and to 'strive, and shine'.

Responsibilities:

Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning in line with the EYFS framework Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment that supports early development Assess, record and track children's progress using ongoing observation and assessment Support children's personal, social and emotional development, including positive behaviour Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and wider staff to support learning Build strong, positive relationships with parents and carers through regular communication Adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including SEND pupils Contribute to wider school life and continuous professional development Be passionate about primary education and the importance of developing a growth mindset from a young age.

We can offer you:

A bright future with professional development opportunities to enhance your teaching career. A committed, genuinely supportive team - all keen to work together and live out our vision together. Amazing children to work with - who we believe CAN achieve great things. A friendly, happy school with a commitment to knowing each member of the school community and the part they play.



This is a full-time post, initially until 31st August 2026, with potential to extend. There are no internal candidates applying for this post. Early Careers teachers are welcome to apply. Main Scale Teacher 1 - 6. Applications are invited from qualified teaching professionals who have the ability to their enthusiasm, skills and passion for making a difference to learning outcomes.

Contact Details

For more information, please email hr@killinghall.n-yorks.sch.uk. Applications should be emailed to the same address (hr@killinghall.n-yorks.sch.uk).

Key Documents

Person Specification



Application Form

Key Dates

Closing Date: 12th February 2026



Interview Date: 23rd February 2026





Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.



The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to this commitment. The post is subject to a successful DBS clearance (certificate of disclosure form from the Disclosure and Barring Service). Pre-employment checks including an online and social media search (KCSIE) will be undertaken before an appointment is confirmed.



It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults at risk.



North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.

EYFS Teacher

Salary:

32,916 - 45,352

Posted:

27/01/2026

Closing date:

12/02/2026

Closing time:

23:59