Job title and organisation: KS2 Teacher/Reception Teacher - Cookridge Holy Trinity C of E (A) Primary School
Salary: MPS1-MPS6
Hours: KS2 Teacher - Full Time 
Reception Teacher - Part-time, Mon. Tue and Wed 
Contract: KS2 Teacher - Permanent, Reception Teacher - Fixed Term
Location: Cookridge Holy Trinity C of E (A) Primary School
Closing Date and Time: Friday 10 October at 12 noon

The Headteacher and Governors of Cookridge Holy Trinity are seeking to appoint two enthusiastic and committed Class Teachers to join the hardworking, dedicated and supportive teaching team at this popular and successful Church of England (Aided) school.

This is an exciting time for the school as it moves forward under a new Headteacher with a refreshed vision, building on strong foundations while embracing new opportunities. We are looking for teachers who share this passion and can provide inspiring, practical and memorable learning experiences that help every child flourish.

The positions available are:

• Key Stage 2 Teacher – Full-time, permanent

Reference: TeachKS2 | Salary: MP1–MP6

• Reception Teacher – Part-time, fixed-term (maternity cover, 3 days a week, Mon/Tue/Wed)

Contract until 31st December 2026

Reference: TeachREC | Salary: MP1–MP6

The successful candidates will spark curiosity, nurture creativity and inspire children to achieve their very best – academically, socially and emotionally. They will also support and contribute to the school’s evolving vision for the future.

We are a vibrant, welcoming Church of England Voluntary Aided primary school that places children at the heart of all it does, providing opportunities for every child to succeed within a distinctive Christian character.

Cookridge Holy Trinity is a school where teaching talent is recognised, nurtured and encouraged to flourish. Applications are welcomed from both outstanding early career teachers and experienced teachers.

The successful candidate will be:

• An outstanding experienced Teacher or ECT;
• Resilient, passionate, ambitious and ready to inspire a generation of children;
• Innovative and creative, able to bring new ideas and teaching strategies to their class and phase team;
• Able to work independently, taking responsibility for the pupils in their care and as part of a phase team contributing to and having impact on the wider success of the school;
• Able to build on excellent relationships with parents, church, other schools and the wider community;
• Sympathetic to the Christian Foundation of the school.

We can offer you:

• Happy, confident children who are eager to learn and thrive on new challenges;
• Talented, dedicated, hardworking and caring staff who are excited about shaping the school’s future vision together;
• A fully supportive and active Governing Body;
• Supportive and engaged parents;
• A welcoming, friendly and well-resourced school at an exciting stage of its development.

If you feel you have the enthusiasm and commitment to contribute to the ongoing development of this successful, friendly and supportive church school, we would like to hear from you. This role is full-time and permanent, starting on 5th January 2026.

If you would like to find out more about us, please visit our website: Holy Trinity – The Best for Every child, a Unique Child of God. We warmly encourage prospective applicants to contact the school office to arrange a visit – we would be delighted to show you around and answer any questions you may have.

To apply for this vacancy please send the completed Application Form via email to tracy.atkinson@holytrinity.leeds.sch.uk or post them to Cookridge Holy Trinity C of E (A) Primary School, Green Lane, Cookridge, Leeds. LS16 7EZ

Closing date: Friday 10th October 12 noon.

Shortlisting: Monday 13th October/Tuesday 14th October.

Interview Date: Thursday 23rd October/Friday 24th October.

References will be requested for those short-listed ONLY and prior to interview. Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS Check. Cookridge Holy Trinity Church of England (VA) Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

This post is considered to be a customer-facing position; as such it falls within scope of the Code of Practice on English language requirement for public sector workers. The school therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the person specification. These will be applied during the recruitment/selection and probationary stages. The school is committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.

A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check against the Children’s barred list will be carried out on preferred candidates. Read our recruitment of ex-offenders policy.

We welcome applications from everyone and actively seek a diverse range of applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. We particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to, women, carers, veterans as well as LGBT+, ethnically diverse, disabled and care experienced people. 

This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, 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, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa  route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £41,700 per year or meet one of the other eligibility criteria. Please ensure you are eligible before applying.

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.

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