KS2 Class Teacher

DescriptionSupporting documentsEmployerLocation

Key Stage 2 Class Teacher (MPS/UPS)

Full-Time and Permanent
Required to start 4 January 2027

The governing body are seeking to employ an inspirational and highly motivated Key Stage 2 teacher to join our dynamic and successful team at Ninelands Primary School. The full-time Key Stage 2 Teacher position will initially be based in Year 3; however, they may be required to teach in other year groups in the future, depending on the needs of the school. ECTs are welcome to apply.

Ninelands Primary is a large and popular two form entry school in Garforth, Leeds with extensive school grounds providing ample opportunities for outdoor learning adventures!

Ninelands is committed to developing staff who are driven professionals. Candidates should state in their application form their experience and particular skills.

We are looking for someone who:

•is able to create magical moments that captivate children

• can work in partnership with families to provide the best possible offer for all children

• has solid knowledge and understanding of the National Curriculum

• is committed to ensuring equality and promoting inclusive practice

• can set high expectations for behaviour and embed positive attitudes

• can plan and deliver lessons which promote high engagement and provide quality learning opportunities

• can recognise progress, understand needs and move children on in their learning

We can offer you:

• respectful, enthusiastic and well supported children.

• good standards of attainment and progress.

• the opportunity to work in a vibrant environment with extensive grounds.

• an engaging and aspirational curriculum.

• a dedicated and professional staff team, committed to supporting teachers new to school.

• a strong commitment to continuous professional career development and equal opportunities.

Visits to school are highly encouraged. Please contact the office for an appointment on one of these days: Tuesday 3rd November at 9.30am or Thursday 5th November 2026 at 2.30pm

Ninelands Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

Enhanced Disclosure

Thank you for your interest in this post at Ninelands Primary School. The post you are applying for involves working with young people. It is therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and any offer of employment will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure.

As an organisation assessing applicants’ suitability for positions which are included in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order using criminal record checks processed through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), the School complies fully with the Code of Practice and undertakes to treat all applicants for positions fairly. The School undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a criminal record check on the basis of a conviction or other information revealed.

An Enhanced Disclosure is carried out by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and will check criminal records for information on any convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings held on the Police National Computer and on local Police records.

All information on criminal records provided both by you and within the Enhanced Disclosure will be used, stored and disposed of in confidence and in line with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Code of Practice of Disclosure Information.

If your application is successful, you will receive further information on how to complete the Enhanced Disclosure.

It is illegal to apply for this position if you are on the Children’s Barred List.

Ninelands Primary School has a written policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, which is made available to all DBS applicants at the outset of the recruitment process. Further information can be found on our school website.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safeguarding Statement

Ninelands Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.