Class Teacher (Maternity Cover Oct 24 – July 25) (E4597) - Hovingham Primary School

At Hovingham our values permeate through everything we do, they are our guide, which makes Hovingham a special place to work. Many visitors comment on the ‘feel’ of Hovingham; welcoming, warm, where relationships are valued and nurtured. 

There are many wonderful aspects to working at Hovingham, but one which I feel incredibly privileged to be part of is the team of dedicated, vibrant, diverse and caring people who are all willing to go the extra mile, overcome challenges and strive for success for our children – the most important people in our school! 

Although we are not where we want to be from a school improvement point of view, we are determined, proud and striving to be a great school. One of our values is perseverance, we never give up, we remain positive so that we have the strength to persevere with even the hardest work. We do what it takes for as long as it takes! 

An opportunity has arisen for a talented teacher to join our team and work alongside our Maths leader, to support our journey towards mastery where are refining to ensure that all of our children acquire a deep, long-term, secure and adaptable understanding of maths. 

Day to day you will:

  • Teach a KS2 class 
  • Ensure safeguarding and personal development are pivotal to all you do 

This is a fixed term contract to cover a maternity leave from October 2024 – July 2025. 

If you’re inspired and motivated by the opportunities and challenges at Hovingham, then we would very much welcome an application from you. 

The closing date is 9am on Friday 20th September  

Interviews will take place on Friday 27th September 

If you’re interested in finding out more about Team Hovingham and would like to have a conversation with a member of the Senior Leadership Team or Principal, please email recruitment@hovingham.org 

Please read the job description and download an application form, both can be found on our website:

https://www.hovingham.leeds.sch.uk/

Completed application forms should be sent to:

recruitment@hovingham.org 

Policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders

Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments made are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an on-line search will be conducted.  This includes only information publicly available on-line.

We promote equality, diversity and inclusion and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. 

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - 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 and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

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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