Job description
Thank you for your interest in the role of Class Teacher.
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dynamic Teacher to join the fantastic team at South Kirkby Academy. So, if you are an ambitious, talented and highly motivated with a passion for ensuring children learn and achieve, and if you work hard and have the drive and energy to make a difference to children’s lives and their learning, then South Kirkby Academy could be the school for you!
South Kirkby Academy joined Waterton Academy Trust, a primary Trust of 14 primary schools serving the Wakefield and Barnsley area, in September 2016. The Trust’s driving ambition is to secure the very best outcomes for all its children and prepare them for future success. South Kirkby Academy is proud to be part of this determined collaborative group.
We are looking for an outstanding Teacher who is committed to raising standards and developing outstanding primary practice with a hardworking team.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Warm Regards,
Adam Potter
Headteacher
Benefits
MPS/UPS, ECT’s welcome to apply
About this school
South Kirkby Academy
Academy converter · Primary · Ages 7–11
- Pupils
- 208
- Avg teacher salary
- £47,661
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 21.2:1
- Academy trust
- WATERTON ACADEMY TRUST
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
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Location
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Pontefract, Wakefield, WF9 3DP