Primary Teacher

 'Are you passionate about education and eager to make a lasting impact on young minds?’  

About the role 

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding, enthusiastic, and committed Primary Teacher to join the team at Carleton Park Junior & Infant School. The successful candidate will demonstrate high quality teaching to ensure pupils can make accelerated progress, securing outcomes through pupils through outstanding provision. You will use effective resources and uphold the highest standards of learning and achievement for all pupils.   

This opportunity is equally exciting for Early Career Teachers (ECT) or experienced teachers, providing the chance to become valued members of a talented and supportive team. 

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic people who: 

• have a passion for helping pupils thrive and meet their full potential. 
• have a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and students. 
• can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative 
• have experience of working in a similar specialist area 

This is a 1 FTE, permanent contract, with a start date of 1st September 2025. 

Carleton Park Junior and Infant School 

At Carleton Park Primary School, we are renowned for our exceptional academic achievements, both locally and nationally. We take immense pride in being recognised as the leading primary school in the Wakefield district and we featured among the top 1% of primary schools nationwide for pupil progress. In the esteemed 2024 ‘Times Top 500 Primary Schools in England’ list, Carleton Park proudly secured the 310th spot, placing us among the top 3% of primary schools across the country. 

In November 2024, Ofsted praised the school as outstanding in all five inspected judgement areas, affirming our commitment to excellence.  

About Pontefract Academies Trust  

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of nine schools: seven primaries and two 11-16 secondary schools. Our mission is running high quality, high achieving schools that give our children and young people the chance in life they deserve. The Trust is renowned for its commitment to excellence and has achieved remarkable success. Five of our primary schools rank within the top 1% nationally for progress, and our secondary schools feature among the top three secondary schools in the Wakefield district.  

What can we offer you?  

We’re passionate about employee benefits at Pontefract Academies Trust, offering the following as standard to all:  

• Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities 
• Every Day Development (EDD) Framework, including goals that are personal and flexible and professional development days to self-reflect and invest in personal development to aid staff engagement, boost wellbeing and enhance employee skills 
• Generous employer pension (West Yorkshire Pension Fund - LGPS) 
• Generous annual leave entitlements paid as part of your annual salary (starting from 26 days annual leave, up to a maximum of 33 days dependent on length of service and grade of role – plus 8 statutory bank holidays) 
• Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Blue Light Card 
• Discounted gym membership   
• Free eyecare via Specsavers  
• Childcare vouchers  
• Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters) 
• Discounts at numerous retailers including O2  
• Free flu vaccinations. 

School Visits 

Potential candidates are welcome to visit our school. This is a great opportunity to explore our facilities, meet our dedicated staff, and get a feel for the vibrant community we have built here. We look forward to welcoming you and answering any questions you may have   

Key Dates 

• Application Deadline: 10:00am, Tuesday 6th May 2025 
• Interviews to be held week commencing Monday 19th May 2025 
• Start Date: Monday 1st September 2025 

Application Process 

• Complete an application form via our website 

Important Links 

Pontefract Academies Trust website 

Trust Strategic Plan for 2025 to 2028 

Carleton Park J&I School website 

Further Information 

• Contact: 01977 722615 or recruitment@carletonpark.patrust.org.uk 

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone.  

The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare.  

Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.