Masham CE Primary School

Teacher for Reception/Year 1

Full Time, Fixed Term for one year (Job Share would be considered)

MPS/UPS 

Required from September 2026

Nestled in the charming village market town of Masham, lies our wonderful school. Masham CE Primary School is a perfect example of a village school, calm yet also full of character and community spirit. Being a village school has allowed us to have plenty of space for outdoor learning and school trip locations on our doorstep for curriculum enrichment. We have a large playground to the rear of the school, as well as a recreation ground, which is used for sports. For our outdoor learning curriculum, we have a purpose developed ‘wilderness’ area.   

We have three classes: Swinney Class which are made up of our Reception and Year 1 pupils; Burn Class is made up of Year 2, Year 3 and Year 4 children; and Cover Class which is made up of our oldest children in Year 5 and 6. Our school is supported by a dedicated team of teaching assistants.  

We are seeking to appoint a qualified teacher to join our close, welcoming team, to work with our Reception/Year 1 children, and to lead EYFS, Phonics/Early Reading and Creative Curriculum areas. You will have a passion for teaching and be able to motivate our children to achieve the highest possible standards. You will be creative and will enjoy inspiring our children. You will have the ability to develop warm relationships with children, staff and parents. You must be an excellent and enthusiastic classroom practitioner with the desire for pupils to reach their potential. 

The successful candidate should ideally have experience of teaching Reception and Year 1, as well as some experience of leadership, preferably in EYFS, phonics and early reading.  

We are looking for a candidate who is:

• committed to our caring ethos;

• able to lead and work in partnership with teaching assistants to ensure the best possible outcomes for all children;
• dedicated to working as part of our school team, and as part of the wider Trust, promoting both our school’s and the Trust visions and values; 

We can offer you:

• a friendly, welcoming community of hard working and enthusiastic children, staff, governors and parents;
• the chance to be part of a highly supportive team of experienced staff;
• a supportive Trust with opportunities for professional development and networking 

Visits to the school are welcomed and arrangements should be made by contacting the school office on (01765) 689200, or by emailing admin@masham.ycst.co.uk 

For further information about the role, and to apply please visit My New Term, using the following link: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/151856/EDV-2026-MCPS-72095 

Closing Date: Wednesday 6^th May 2026, at 12 noon 

Interviews likely to be held: Friday 15^th May 2026 

Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust is a cross-phase multi academy trust currently of ten schools – one secondary and nine primaries, which includes a mix of both Church of England and community schools, based in and around Harrogate and Craven. With an underpinning mission of “ambition, learning and enrichment for all,” our schools deliver high-quality education through rich and broad learning experiences that enable pupils to flourish. Our focus on respecting and valuing our whole trust community combined with a growing professional development offer further underpins our commitment to staff. 

Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people. We have a robust Child Protection Policy, and all staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment with the Trust. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work with children.