Job Description

Role

: EYFS Teacher

Key Stage

: EYFS

Employment basis:

Temporary

Start Date

: 1 January 2026

Location

: Outwood Primary Academy Lofthouse Gate

Positions available:

x1

0.4 FTE

(12,660 - 17,442.80)


As Executive Principal, I am incredibly proud to lead a team of dedicated colleagues across our 13 vibrant Outwood Primary Academies. We are united by a shared passion: to ignite a love of learning in every child and lay the foundations for a lifetime of success.


In our Primary schools, we nurture young minds and foster a joy of discovery through a vibrant and engaging curriculum. We champion a playful approach to learning, where curiosity, creativity, and collaboration are celebrated, and we hold high expectations for every child, providing tailored support and guidance to help them flourish.


Our dedicated team goes above and beyond to make a difference, creating calm and supportive learning environments where children feel safe, valued, and empowered to explore their potential. We are driven by innovation and ambition, constantly seeking new and better ways to inspire our pupils.


Our Outwood Primary Academies are not just focused on academic outcomes; we're committed to developing well-rounded individuals who are equipped with the skills and knowledge to thrive. We foster resilience, independence, and a love of learning that will stay with our pupils throughout their lives.


We are a close-knit family team, working together to achieve amazing things. We deeply value the importance of community and family, and we have a dedicated strategy to ensure that these relationships are embedded within our schools.


If you're a passionate and dedicated educator who believes in the power of primary education to shape young lives, we invite you to join our Outwood family. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to our team, and together, we'll make a lasting difference in the lives of our children.


As an Early years teacher working within our family of schools, you will nurture young children's curiosity and development through play-based learning, creating a safe and stimulating environment that fosters social, emotional, and academic growth in preparation for primary education.

A message from the Principal at Outwood Primary Academy Lofthouse Gate, Emma Cadman:

Thank you for taking the time to find out more about our current vacancy at Outwood Primary Academy Lofthouse Gate.

As Principal, I am extremely proud to be able to introduce you to our academy. Outwood Primary Academy Lofthouse Gate is situated in the outskirts of the cathedral city of Wakefield, West Yorkshire. Our location offers a wealth of opportunity for extending children's learning beyond the classroom, by not only enhancing our ambitious curriculum, but providing memorable experiences that some of our children would not readily receive. We are passionate about ensuring our academy is a friendly, exciting and stimulating place to learn where every child can reach their full potential.

What truly sets us apart is our commitment to our school community: the team at Outwood Primary Academy Lofthouse Gate are dedicated, passionate individuals who go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of our children and their families. We constantly strive to build strong relationships within our community in order to enable collaboration for the benefit of all. Staff embody the core value of 'Ambition without Limit' to ensure that every child has the opportunity to thrive within our setting and we are constantly striving to improve our practice. As an academy, we aim to build well-rounded individuals who will leave us with the key skills and attributes that will enable them to become valuable members of society.

We are proud to be part of the Outwood Family, a Trust renowned for its commitment to transforming lives and raising standards. We are seeking someone exceptional who has a passion for making a real difference in the lives of young people. If you believe this is you, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team.

I look forward to meeting you.

If you have any questions regarding this role or wish to arrange a visit, please contact the school directly on 01924 821160

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What will we do for you?
A competitive salary with pay progression A fantastic pension and additional benefits Flexible family friendly policies from day one Wellbeing strategy and Employee Assistance Programme Our Workload Charter with guaranteed CPD every week and much more (for teaching roles)
Further information on employee benefits can be found here.
To find out more about working for Outwood and to read a message from our CEO please click here.


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Outwood Grange Academies 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.