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Job details Job reference
REQ
Date posted
26/01/2026
Application closing date
09/02/2026
Location
Dewsbury (Heckmondwike Primary Academy)
Salary
MPR / UPR, (£32,916 to £51,048 Full Time Equivalent). Subject to pro rata.
Annual weeks
52
Contractual hours
16.25
Basis
Part time
Job category/type
Education
Job Description - Teaching - Primary
Primary Teacher Job description Heckmondwike Primary Academy are looking to appoint a Primary Teacher to join our academy as soon as possible on a part time, temporary basis. Why join us? We are an exceptional academy who strive to constantly improve our practice and ensure that the quality of education; behaviour and attitudes; childrens personal development; and leadership and management; are shining examples of best practice. One of our key drivers is to address educational disadvantage by growing a movement of outstanding teachers and leaders. Our academy is very proud to be part of the Delta Academies Trust. We have a dedicated staff, each one of whom is committed to securing the very best for the children in our care. We feel very fortunate to work with the children at Heckmondwike Academy and we are excited by the journey the academy is on. Our vision for our pupils is clear: we believe that every child who attends our school deserves an outstanding education, which will enable them to succeed at primary school and beyond. This is our unwavering aim and one that we will work relentlessly to achieve. We know that children learn best when there is a successful partnership between home and school. We place a great deal of importance on the relationship with parents and carers; we are committed to building relationships which are built on trust, mutual respect, effective communication and support. Our staff are talented and enthusiastic and have all contributed to the academys success story. At Heckmondwike Academy, we value the continuous professional development of all our employees and recognise that our staff are most successful when they feel happy, valued, challenged and supported to achieve their very best. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high performing multi academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants. As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits that focus on your Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing. Here are just a few examples in each area Financial Wellbeing :
Membership to either the Teachers Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme
Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme*
Access to an extensive discounts platform
Physical Wellbeing:
24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you & your household
Gym & fitness discounts
Cycle to Work scheme*
Free annual flu jab
Mental Wellbeing:
Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme
Menopause Support Service
Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings
Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained
In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the recruitment process.
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Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education
Industries
Education