Join Our Team at Carlton Primary School!

We are excited to announce an opportunity for enthusiastic and passionate teachers who prioritise children’s development and well-being in their practice.

We are seeking individuals with a positive outlook and a commitment to delivering high-quality teaching. As part of our dynamic and welcoming team, you will inspire and motivate children to strive for success while fostering an engaging and supportive learning environment.

We are looking for creative educators who are willing to innovate and take well-supported risks to achieve the best possible outcomes for our children. A confident and reflective practitioner who goes the extra mile for our students will thrive in our school community.

We are yet to decide the year group for these posts and would therefore would be interested to hear from candidates with experience from across the primary age range, including EYFS.

About Us

Carlton Primary School is a 1.5 entry primary school located on the border of South Leeds and Wakefield. We serve a close-knit community in Carlton and Rothwell, with approximately 10% of our children eligible for Pupil Premium funding. Our school embodies an atmosphere of warmth, nurture, and high aspirations, where every individual is valued. Our mission is to ensure that every day, every lesson, and every interaction provides the children of Carlton Primary School with the highest level of care and education.

Our Curriculum

Through a variety of engaging approaches, including theme days, educational visits, practical experiences, and outdoor learning, our teachers plan activities that stimulate children’s learning while enriching the curriculum creatively. Ofsted 2025 praised our innovative curriculum, stating: "Leaders have designed a curriculum that inspires pupils to learn… Pupils benefit from engaging lessons… Pupils are immersed in creative ways of learning."

We teach children to be effective, independent learners, encouraging them to develop resilience, embrace challenges, and cultivate a lifelong love of learning. We believe that every child can learn and grow, and we provide appropriate challenges to enable all students to progress in a language-rich environment.

Why Work at Carlton?

• Supportive Leadership: Our dedicated leadership team is committed to your professional development while promoting a positive work-life balance.
• Inspiring Students: Work with fantastic children who are eager to be inspired.
• Collaborative Staff: Join a friendly, welcoming team that works well together.
• Engaged Families: Work with supportive families who are eager to collaborate in their children’s education.

What Makes Us Special?

• Proud Staff: 100% of staff reported feeling proud to be part of our school community.
• Innovative Environment: 100% of teaching staff agreed that leaders have created a climate in which teachers are trusted to take risks and innovate for the benefit of pupils.
• Reduced Workload: Ofsted 2025 noted that “staff are well trained and supported by leaders. The school’s collaborative approach has reduced workload for staff.”
• Enhanced Wellbeing Offer: Enjoy a comprehensive wellbeing package, including unlimited counselling, GP phone/video appointments, mindfulness workshops, physiotherapy, and more.
• Supportive Leadership: “Senior leaders are always available to support staff with any challenges. Leaders ensure staff are aware of their duties and implement support when necessary.” (Teacher, 2025)
• Holistic Approach: “I feel extremely proud to work at such an amazing school. The school has a holistic approach to ensure that all children achieve, with the well-being of pupils and staff at the forefront of their priorities.” (Learning Support Assistant 2025)

Our school is also in an extremely strong, stable position and therefore we are keen to hear from candidates who are Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

We strongly encourage prospective applicants to look around our school and will be holding show around appointments with our Headteacher, Mrs Brook, at the following times:

Friday 21^st March at 10.00 (this slot is now full)

Thursday 27^th March at 2.00 (this slot is now full)

Monday 31^st March at 9.30 (this slot is now full)

Wednesday 2^nd April at 4.00

Tuesday 22nd April at 1.30

Please contact the office on 0113 378 3040 or email office@carltonprimaryschool.co.uk to book in.

Closing date: Thursday 24^th April 2025 at 9.00am.

Shortlisting: Thursday 24^th April at 1pm.

Interviews: Wednesday 30^th April & Thursday 1^st May

Safeguarding Statement

Carlton Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments made are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an on-line search will be conducted.  This includes only information publicly available on-line.

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

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.