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Y5/6 Class Teacher

Job details
Posting date: 28 May 2026
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 24 June 2026
Location: Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S44 6TH
Company: Teaching Vacancies
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 2b015aeb-b83b-4e53-834b-8565bf1cd3e1

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an inspirational and enthusiastic Upper KS2 class teacher to join our friendly and caring team at Scarcliffe Primary School.

The vacancy is for an experienced KS2 teacher and will involve teaching in our mixed Y5/6 class on Thursdays and Fridays.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Has strong knowledge of the Upper KS2 curriculum, including effective preparation for KS2 statutory assessment
• Understands the importance of secure foundational knowledge and how this underpins future learning
• Demonstrates high expectations for all pupils, including those with SEND and disadvantaged backgrounds
• Uses effective, consistent behaviour strategies to promote excellent attitudes to learning
• Can adapt teaching responsively, using assessment to secure strong progress of all learners
• Is reflective, collaborative and committed to ongoing professional development
• Can take responsibility for an agreed curriculum area throughout the school

What the school offers its staff

Scarcliffe Primary School is a small, rural primary school at the heart of its village community in North East Derbyshire. We pride ourselves on being a caring, welcoming and inclusive school where every child is encouraged to "Shine".

We are proud of:

• Our strong community links
• Our culture of high expectations and care
• Our broad and engaging curriculum
• Our commitment to ensuring all pupils succeed both academically and personally

Scarcliffe Primary School is part of Redhill Academy Trust. The Academy is also a member of Redhill College of Leadership and Development and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region. The Trust also leads the regional Teaching School Hub, delivering local teacher training and the National Professional Qualifications for teachers.

Benefits

• Access to Teachers Pension Scheme
• Recognised continuous local government service
• The opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious team/school
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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