Primary Teacher

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a lasting impact on young minds? Do you have a proven track record of inspiring a love for learning in your students?   

If so, we want to hear from you!   

De Lacy Pontefract Primary School is looking for an enthusiastic and committed Primary Teacher to join our team.    

This role is open to both experienced teachers and Early Career Teacher (ECTs) who are ready to deliver effective, engaging teaching and help pupils make strong progress in a supportive environment. You will use high-quality resources, maintain high expectations and ensure every child is supported to achieve their very best.     

Contract details  

1. 1 FTE  
2. Permanent Contract 

What we’re looking for 

1. A teacher who nurtures confident, independent learners  
2. Someone who creates engaging learning opportunities for all pupils  
3. A positive team player who enjoys working collaboratively  
4. A clear, professional communicator with pupils, staff and parents  

Key responsibilities  

1. Plan and deliver engaging lessons  
2. Assess and track pupil progress  
3. Maintain an inclusive, welcoming learning environment  
4. Model positive behaviour and uphold safeguarding standards

Ready to apply?   

If you are excited by this opportunity, we would love to hear from you.   

Take the next step and apply now via our website. Join us and help make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of our pupils and the wider community. 

About De Lacy Primary School 

De Lacy Primary School is a friendly, caring and high achieving school where children are polite, happy and a pleasure to work with. We’re proud to be rated Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted, and our pupils achieve excellent results thanks to a supportive and positive school culture. 

Our staff love being part of the team too. In our latest survey, 95% said they would recommend De Lacy as a great place to work, showing just how welcoming and supportive our school community is. 

If you enjoy working with children and want to join a team where kindness, respect and teamwork really matter, De Lacy Primary School is a wonderful place to be. 

For further information about our school, please visit our website. 

What can we offer you?     

Be part of a team that values your growth, wellbeing and work-life balance. We offer a supportive environment with benefits designed to help you thrive:   

1. Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities    
2. Everyday Development (EDD) Framework: A simple, personal and flexible goal-based approach to continuous learning, career growth and wellbeing.    
3. For the 2025/26 academic year, we will be providing staff with three Everyday Development (EDD) days. These development days will offer you self-directed time away from the workplace to recharge and reflect on your personal and career goals.      
4. Energise and Engage Weeks throughout the year, where no meetings take place. These dedicated weeks prioritise personal professional development, support work-life balance, and allow for an early finish on designated days    
5. Generous employer pension (Teachers Pension)    
6. Laptop    
7. Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance    
8. Cycle to work scheme    
9. Blue Light card    
10. Discounted gym membership      
11. Free eye care via Specsavers     
12. Childcare vouchers    
13. Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters)     
14. Discounts at numerous retailers including O2    
15. Free flu vaccinations.   

You can find further information about staff benefits, development opportunities and why you should work with us in the attached ‘Working for us’ booklet and by visiting our website.   

About Pontefract Academies Trust     

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross-phase multi-academy trust comprising of nine local schools: seven primary and two secondary, committed to providing the very best education for our children.   

We are also excited to be merging with Ark Schools on 1 September 2026. This partnership will strengthen the support we offer our pupils and staff, while creating new opportunities for collaboration and professional development across both trusts. Please click here to find out more about the Pontefract Academies Trust and Ark Schools merger.   

We are proud of the positive culture across our schools. In the 2025 Edurio Staff Survey, we were ranked in the top 10 trusts nationally for staff satisfaction and received several awards recognising our supportive and values‑driven working environment. Our staff tell us they feel valued, listened to and part of a team that makes a real difference every day.   

We’re excited for the future and hope you’ll consider joining us as we continue to grow. 

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and join a workplace that invests in you, your career, your wellbeing and your future.     

School Visits and Further Information 

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 

Contact Information   

Tel: 01977 722615 

Email: admin@delacy.patrust.org.uk