Richard Taylor Church of England Primary School is a wonderful learning community which lives its vision to be a school where children are safe, loved and flourish enabling them to achieve their goals and preparing them for the next step in their educational journey.

We received a highly positive Ofsted report in June 2022. and we are founding members of the supportive and forward-thinking Yorkshire Causeway Multi Academy Trust with lots of opportunities for the successful candidate to collaborate with colleagues from across the Trust.

We have a superb team of highly dedicated professionals who work closely together to meet the needs of our children.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented class teacher who is looking for an ideal work life balance to join our team from Monday 1^st June 2026 to cover the post holders maternity leave . The school is looking for an outstanding early years classroom practitioner who can be an effective job-share partner.

The post is for a maternity cover (0.8)

We can offer, partnership with a dedicated and experienced EYFS practitioner, Weekly PPA experienced TA support and the opportunity to work alongside a partner class containing a portion of our EYFS intake.

The post is to be part of our strong EYFS & KS1 team The post holder would have the opportunity to plan the curriculum to be delivered alongside an outstanding practitioner.

The school has a long history of supporting the professional development and wellbeing of its staff. the current Headteacher was once a newly qualified teacher at RTS.

See what our staff say about the way we support staff to grow as professionals in our learning community. Quotes from the most recent staffing survey:

‘I have never worked in such a caring setting with SLT who believe fully in the staff and children.'

'I have never felt so confident in, trusted by and cared for by an SLT team than I do at RTS.'

We can offer you:

·         Enthusiastic Children who are eager to learn.

·         A welcoming and passionate staffing team with high expectations for every child.

·         An inclusive school with effective SEND support and an excellent SENDCo

·         An experienced and dedicated Senior leadership Team who prioritise the wellbeing of the staffing team.

·         A well-resourced and forward-thinking school committed to growth and development for all.

·         The opportunity to be part of a supportive, innovative Multi Academy Trust.

·         A supportive governing body and active Friends PTA

·         A community that seeks to live its vision daily for every child in our care.

·         A supportive Academy Trust with opportunities for professional development and networking

The successful candidate:

·         Will be an enthusiastic and talented teacher ready to take a leading role in the delivery of our enriching curriculum.

·         Will have high expectations for every child in their care.

·         Will have the commitment and energy to support the vision and mission of the school.

·         Will have the skills to work effectively as part of the staffing team.

·         Be totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Visits to our school are warmly encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the school at admin@richardtaylor.ycst.co.uk

The Closing date for applications via MyNewTerm is Monday 23^rd February 2026 at 3pm.

Interviews will be held in school on Monday 9^th March 2026  

Andrew Symonds

Headteacher