Key Stage 1 Class Teacher (Full time) – September 2026

Hampsthwaite C of E Primary School

Salary: MPS (ECT welcomed)

Fixed Term Contract for one year initially

We are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Key Stage 1 Class Teacher (full time) who shares our ambition for high-quality teaching, strong foundations in early learning, and excellent outcomes for all pupils.

The Trust wishes to appoint an excellent and committed teacher to join Hampsthwaite C of E Primary School from September 2026. We warmly welcome applications from candidates looking for a full time role, ECT are also welcome to apply.

Hampsthwaite is a happy, thriving village school where all members of our community are encouraged to enjoy, achieve and flourish. We are proud of our nurturing environment, high expectations, and strong sense of teamwork. Our children are enthusiastic, kind, and eager to learn.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver consistently high-quality teaching within Key Stage 1
• Plan and deliver a broad, engaging and well-sequenced KS1 curriculum, ensuring progression and clear learning outcomes across subjects
• Demonstrate flexibility and confidence in planning for mixed-age classes, ensuring learning is appropriately pitched for all pupils
• Have a strong focus on securing excellent outcomes for all learners, including pupils with SEND, those in receipt of Pupil Premium, and higher attaining pupils
• Place a strong emphasis on early reading, recognising its importance as the gateway to the wider curriculum
• Teach systematic synthetic phonics effectively, using our chosen programme, Monster Phonics
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the Phonics Screening Check, using assessment effectively to ensure all pupils are well prepared
• Teach the fundamentals of mathematics, ensuring pupils develop secure number sense, fluency and early reasoning skills
• Create a calm, purposeful and engaging classroom environment that reflects our commitment to consistency, inclusion and high expectations
• Foster a love of learning so that children are motivated to enjoy, achieve and flourish
• works effectively in partnership with teaching assistants and colleagues;
• is a reflective practitioner with high expectations for achievement, behaviour and inclusion;
• contributes positively to the wider life of the school and Trust.

What We Offer:

• A welcoming and supportive team committed to continuous improvement
• A strong, shared ethos centred around Enjoy, Achieve… Flourish
• A focus on purposeful environments and consistent classroom practice
• High-quality professional development opportunities
• Well-established systems and resources, including Monster Phonics

·         If you are passionate about making a difference in a small, community-focused school and are looking to be part of a supportive and ambitious team, we would love to hear from you.

Further information

Further details, and to book a show round, please contact Mrs A. Snowden, Headteacher

Please email admin@hampsthwaite.ycst.co.uk or call 01423 771336 for an informal discussion.

How to apply

This job is advertised on MyNewTerm, please apply via their website.

Please ensure that all parts of the application are completed. We do not accept CVs as part of the selection process.  

Safeguarding

Hampsthwaite Church of England School (Part of YCST) takes safeguarding very seriously and is committed to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of all children and the prevention of extremism. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Online searches on shortlisted candidates will be undertaken prior to interview. Successful applicants will be required to provide references, undertake an enhanced check through the Disclosure and Barring Service and comply with the Safeguarding Policy and Child Protection Practices of YCST. Checks are also undertaken to verify identity, address, qualifications required for the post, right to work in the UK and previous employment history.