Job Description

The Governing Board at Wharton is seeking to appoint a full time permanent teacher and KS2 Leader for January 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.



The role is initially teaching in Year 6 and would suit someone who has experience of, or is ready to take on the role of middle leadership.



We are looking for a teacher who is experienced in teaching Year 6 and has a proven track record of supporting excellent pupil progress.





The successful candidate is an outstanding teacher and/or leader; someone for whom teaching is a joy and who is relentless in securing academic, social and emotional progress for every child in their own class and beyond.





Professional growth and effectiveness are important to us and we are committed to providing opportunities for teachers to be highly effective.



We are looking for an outstanding teacher who

Loves to teach Is aspirational Is positive Has a 'can do' attitude Has high expectations for learning and behaviour Can motivate & inspire our children Is reflective and always looking to improve & learn Encourages children and promotes growth mindset Is committed to improving the life chances of all of our children Has a secure knowledge of the curriculum Is able to work effectively in a team

We can offer

Amazing children who love to learn Supportive and friendly colleagues An ethos of continual reflection and improvement Tailored CPD Opportunities to develop as middle leaders Being part of The LINK Education Trust a 'young' academy which offers great opportunities to develop professionally in a supportive and dynamic structure.


Wharton Primary School is part of The Link Education Trust, and is an inclusive, welcoming Primary School where expectations for behaviour and learning are high.



The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its children and we expect all other stakeholders to share in this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.


If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the link below for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character.


https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants



Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and recommended.


Closing Date for applications is Wednesday 19th November 12 noon


Shortlisting Thursday 20th November


Interviews Wednesday 26th & Thursday 27th November


Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email.

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