Overview
Establishment: Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant & Nursery School
Location: Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant & Nursery
Salary: MPS1 £13,672.80 - UPS3 £21,204.55 pro rata (FTE £32,916.00 - £51,048.00) per annum
Department: KS1
Job Type: Job Share
Key Stage: Key Stage 1
Closing Date: 03/11/2025 10:00
Interview Date: TBC
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: AYR - All year round
Hours per Week: 13.50
Weeks per Year: 38.000
Pay Grade: MPS1 - UPS3
The Role
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding, enthusiastic, and committed Primary Teacher to join the team at Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant and Nursery School. The successful candidate will demonstrate high quality teaching to ensure pupils can make accelerated progress, securing outcomes through outstanding provision. You will use effective resources and uphold the highest standards of learning and achievement for all pupils. This is a job share role, 13.50 hours per week, permanent contract.
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who:
* has a passion for helping pupils thrive and meet their full potential
* has a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and students
* can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative
* has experience of working in a similar specialist area
Responsibilities and duties are to support learning in Key Stage 1 and contribute to delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences for pupils.
About Us
Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising nine schools: seven primary and two 11-16 secondary schools. The Trust is committed to excellence and improving outcomes for children and young people. Our primary outcomes at Key Stage 2 sit 27% above the national average, with several schools recognised for outstanding Ofsted inspections. The Trust is planning a merger with Ark Schools in Sept 2025 to create stronger support and collaboration.
What we can offer
We offer a range of benefits across Pontefract Academies Trust, including:
* Exciting career and leadership pathways with strong CPD opportunities
* Everyday Development (EDD) Framework for continuous learning and wellbeing
* Three Everyday Development (EDD) days in the 2025/26 academic year for personal and career development
* Generous employer pension (Teacher Pension Fund)
* Laptop and work-life balance policies
* Cycle to work scheme and Blue Light card
* Discounts with retailers, discounted gym membership, and free eyecare
* Employee wellbeing programme with support for health, legal, finance, and other concerns
Key Dates
Application Deadline: 10:00am, Tuesday 3 November 2025
Email: recruitment@halfpenny.patrust.org.uk
Qualifications
* Qualified Teacher Status – Essential
* Degree / PGCE or equivalent – Essential
* Other professional qualifications – Desirable
* Understanding of safeguarding and child protection issues – Essential
Ethos and Safeguarding
We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone. The Pontefract Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding all children and young people and will require satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks. Shortlisted applicants may need to complete a self-declaration form.
How to Apply
Submit your application through our simple process. Address: Halfpenny Lane, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 4BW
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