We are proud to be a very welcoming, inclusive primary school at the heart of our community in the rural village of Embsay on the outskirts of Skipton. 

We are a school where:

• Children are happy in a welcoming environment
• Staff are valued, supported and committed to improving the lives of all children
• Our curriculum is ambitious, engaging and relevant to our children. 

We are particularly proud of our:

•  strong relationships and pastoral care offer
•  enrichment offer through our creative curriculum
•  Children who develop into confident, resilient and independent learners 

As a Church of England school, there are also well-established links with St Mary’s Church, which plays a central role in nurturing the school’s Christian ethos, rooted in the belief of “Life in all its fullness” (John 10:10). We encourage every member of our community to shine with hope, both now and for the future. 

Our most recent Ofsted inspection noted that “Pupils enjoy coming to school, are happy and proud to represent their school,” and praised how the early years curriculum carefully considers what the youngest children need to know and when (March 2025). SIAMS inspection findings (November 2024) also recognised relationships as a significant strength of the school, highlighting a tangible culture of care where wellbeing and mental health are clearly prioritised 

The Role:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Class Teacher to join our team. This could be in KS1 / KS2 / flexible depending on candidate. The successful candidate will:

• Deliver high-quality teaching that inspires and challenges all pupils
• Create a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to plan and improve practice
• Be committed to the wider life of the school
• Be 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 Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner (or early career teacher with strong potential)
• Has high expectations of pupils’ achievement and behaviour
• Is creative, reflective and eager to develop
• Builds positive relationships with children, staff and families

 Why Work at Embsay Church of England Primary School

We believe that great staff make great schools. At Embsay, we offer:·         

• A supportive and caring team, where staff wellbeing is a genuine priority
• A supportive Trust with opportunities for professional development and networking·
• A positive working environment, with well-behaved, motivated pupils and a culture of respect, consistency and support
• A strong sense of community, with positive relationships with families and opportunities to be part of wider school life
• Considered workload and planning expectations

Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust is a cross-phase multi academy trust currently of eleven schools – one secondary and ten 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 satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work with children.