Headteacher
*Please note: the Diocese of York is not the employer*
Class Teacher
Salary: £31,650 – £43,607
Grade: MPS (1 – 6)
Contract Type: Permanent
Vacancy Hours: 1.0 FTE – Full Time
Location: St Martin’s CE VA Primary School, Fangfoss, YO41 5QG
Are you a creative, compassionate and dedicated teacher looking to make a real difference in a loving, hopeful and caring small school community? We are looking for an inspirational teacher, with an excellent knowledge of the National Curriculum to join our enthusiastic, and committed teaching team and motivate our wonderful learners to achieve their full potential.
At St Martin’s, Fangfoss, we pride ourselves in nurturing every child because we know them all so well and encourage them to ‘try their best to be their best’ whatever their starting points. We’re looking for someone who will share our drive to make a significant difference to the lives of all of our pupils, sharing our vision of preparing them ‘for their journey into adulthood, academically, spiritually, emotionally, physically and socially’
Expected start date: 1st September 2025
We’re looking for someone who:
• Is committed to being an outstanding classroom practitioner
• Has high expectations of pupil attainment, progress and behaviour for all pupils
• Is a strong team player and willing to develop leadership in specific areas of the curriculum and extra-curricular learning
• Is creative, flexible and enthusiastic in their teaching practice
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
In return, we can offer:
• A warm, friendly, caring school with amazing children, who love to learn
• An exceptionally supportive staff and leadership team
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A popular church and village school with strong links to local communities
This post could suit teachers at all levels of experience, including Early Career Teachers. We would also welcome applications from candidates with enthusiasm for leading initiatives that have contributed to the wider life of a school.
Visits to our school are warmly welcomed. You are invited to attend a tour of the school at 3:30pm on either Monday 28th April, or Tuesday 6th May. Alternatively, if you are unable to visit in person, please contact us if you would like to learn more. Please contact Mrs Pauline Snell, SBM, to arrange a visit on 01759 368446 or via email at fangfossprimary@eastriding.gov.uk
Following short listing, we will be available to discuss the position further and arrange an interview.
Due to safer recruitment guidance we are unable to interview anyone who does not demonstrate the essential criteria.
Application deadline: 12th May 2025 12noon. Please note – Online applications close on 11 May. Applications will be received at the school up until 12 noon on 12 May.
Interview date: Tuesday 20th May
How to apply
An application form and further details are available to download from the ERYC website https://www.eastridingcouncil.jobs/job-search/?entry=eryc005186&utm_source=erycgovuk&utm_medium=jobs_cta
A hardcopy of a completed ERYC application form can also be sent to Mrs Juliet Robinson (Headteacher) at the school as long as it arrives no later than Monday 12th May 2025 at 12 noon.