Salary: £37,101 - £45,352 per annum FTE. ACTUAL £14,840.40 – £18,140.80 per annum.
Grade: Main Pay Scale M3-M6
Contract Type: Fixed Term 1.9.2026 to 30.4.2027
Hours of work: 0.4 FTE, Mondays & Tuesdays
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Location: Knaresborough, North Yorkshire
Aspin Park Academy is a warm and welcoming school set in the beautiful town of Knaresborough. We are fortunate to be set in spacious, green grounds in a quiet area. Our school is a wonderful place to work, with a kind and supportive team of colleagues. We are a two-form entry school, so our teachers benefit from working alongside a year group colleague, sharing planning.
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspiring teacher who is committed to delivering high standards of teaching and learning in a Year 5 class.
The successful candidate will have the ability to provide a high-quality learning experience as well as the enthusiasm and energy to engage and motivate all pupils.
Job purpose
- Be responsible for the learning and achievement of all pupils in the class ensuring equality of opportunity for all
- Be responsible and accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct
- Treat pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position
- Work proactively and effectively in collaboration and partnership with learners, parents/carers, governors, other staff and Elevate MAT in the best interests of pupils
- Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school
The post is offered on a fixed term basis.
Further information
A Job description and application form are available by contacting Mrs Lisa Vickers at [email protected] Further information can also be found on the academy website http://www.aspinparkacademy.org or the Trust website www.elevatemat.org/careers/vacancies
How to apply
If you are enthusiastic and look forward to joining our hardworking team please complete the application form on the academy website or email your request for an application form to [email protected] or post to Headteacher, Aspin Park Academy, Wetherby Road, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 8LQ. Please ensure that all parts of the application are completed. We do not accept CVs as part of the selection process. Reference: REF/ASP/000001226
Key Dates:
Closing Date: 3rd July 2026
Interview Date: 6th July 2026
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Aspin Park Academy is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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