Class Teacher

We are proud to be a very welcoming, inclusive primary school at the heart of our community in the rural village of Embsay on the outskirts of Skipton. We are a school where: Children are happy in a welcoming environment Staff are valued, supported and committed to improving the lives of all children Our curriculum is ambitious, engaging and relevant to our children. We are particularly proud of our: strong relationships and pastoral care offer enrichment offer through our creative curriculum Children who develop into confident, resilient and independent learners As a Church of England school, there are also well-established links with St Mary’s Church, which plays a central role in nurturing the school’s Christian ethos, rooted in the belief of “Life in all its fullness” (John 10:10). We encourage every member of our community to shine with hope, both now and for the future. Our most recent Ofsted inspection noted that “Pupils enjoy coming to school, are happy and proud to represent their school,” and praised how the early years curriculum carefully considers what the youngest children need to know and when (March 2025). SIAMS inspection findings (November 2024) also recognised relationships as a significant strength of the school, highlighting a tangible culture of care where wellbeing and mental health are clearly prioritised The Role: We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Class Teacher to join our team. This could be in KS1 / KS2 / flexible depending on candidate. The successful candidate will: Deliver high-quality teaching that inspires and challenges all pupils Create a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment Work collaboratively with colleagues to plan and improve practice Be committed to the wider life of the school Be dedicated to working as part of our school team, and as part of the wider Trust, promoting both our school’s and the Trust visions and values We Are Looking For Someone Who: Is an excellent classroom practitioner (or early career teacher with strong potential) Has high expectations of pupils’ achievement and behaviour Is creative, reflective and eager to develop Builds positive relationships with children, staff and families Why Work at Embsay Church of England Primary School We believe that great staff make great schools. At Embsay, we offer: A supportive and caring team, where staff wellbeing is a genuine priority A supportive Trust with opportunities for professional development and networking A positive working environment, with well-behaved, motivated pupils and a culture of respect, consistency and support A strong sense of community, with positive relationships with families and opportunities to be part of wider school life Considered workload and planning expectations Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust is a cross-phase multi academy trust currently of eleven schools - one secondary and ten primaries, which includes a mix of both Chur