Teacher

About us Willow Tree Primary is on an exciting journey. Results have improved year-on-year above national averages, and we were proud to be judged Good in all areas by Ofsted in October 2024. We have recently been awarded funding to expand our Nursery provision. We are a large, two-form entry school in the centre of Harrogate and are very proud of our school, children and local community. We are fortunate to have the incredible facilities, with three school fields, two large playgrounds, an orchard, separate canteen, two halls, gardening and nature areas with a pond and woodland, as well as our own school swimming pool! We are passionate about outdoor learning, the power of nature to inspire and the learning that comes through hands-on experiences both in and out of school. We prioritise school trips and visits into nature our children benefit from the opportunity to learn outside regularly and connect with the natural environment around them. Our curriculum is built on a love for reading, a passion for the outdoors and inspiring, immersive learning. Books are the golden thread that run through the school, with stories being used to support learning across the curriculum and throughout the day. Please refer to our child protection and safeguarding policy and our policy on the employment of ex-offenders (included in the Safer Recruitment Policy) https://www.nsat.org.uk/information-policies/item/5/policies Job Description We are seeking to appoint class teachers to join our team in 2026-27. These roles are for maternity cover and could be placed in KS1 or KS2, and there is one fixed-term class teacher role in Year 6 where we have a larger cohort of children. These roles are suitable for ECTs or experienced teachers. We are looking for creative individuals with a passion for primary education. You will have strong communication skills and be able to work collaboratively with others, as well as a drive to ensure all our children reach their full potential. We offer collaborative planning and support through year-group teams, the opportunity to work in partnership with colleagues from primary and secondary schools across the MAT and the chance to be a part of something truly meaningful. Follow us on Facebook @WillowPrimary to find out more about our school and curriculum offer. Should you wish to visit the school, we will be holding guided tours with the headteacher on Friday 15th May at 4pm, or a day-time tour on Tuesday 12th May at 2pm. Please contact the school office to book a place on 01423 883 551 or email admin@willowtree.nsat.org.uk You should provide a supporting statement / letter (no more than 2 pages of A4, font size 12) and send this to recruitment@nsat.org.uk. This should include reference to: • Your areas of strength and interests • Your educational values • Why you would be a great addition to the Willow Tree team Safeguarding Northern Star Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding