Headteacher
*Please note: the Diocese of York is not the employer*
Class Teacher
Grade: MPS 3 – MPS 5
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £37,101 p.a. – £42,057 p.a. FTE
Start date: 1st September 2026
Application Closing date: noon – 18th May 2026
Interview date: 22nd May 2026
We are seeking an enthusiastic, committed and professional Class Teacher to join our welcoming school team. This is a rewarding opportunity at the heart of school life, where you will play a key role in creating a stimulating and nurturing learning environment for our pupils. The successful candidate will inspire children to enjoy learning, support them to achieve their full potential, and work closely with colleagues, parents and carers to ensure every child feels valued, supported and encouraged to thrive.
About Us:
Located in the attractive village of Sessay, just 4 miles from Thirsk and within easy access of the A19, we are a supportive and caring workplace where all our people matter. Husthwaite and Sessay C of E Primary Schools are part of the Elevate MAT and are a friendly team whose vision is to provide a happy, caring and stimulating environment where children will recognise and achieve their full potential, so that they can make their best contribution to society.
We Offer:
- A friendly church school and supportive team
- Opportunities for continuing professional development
- A school where children are happy and confident learners.
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- access to a highly skilled professional network across 18 primary settings with high- quality professional development and opportunities for collaboration across our family of schools.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a comprehensive understanding of the National Curriculum
- Is able to inspire and plan for all learners
- Has received good feedback in lesson monitoring
- Has a recent, strong track record of teaching KS1/KS2
- Has a comprehensive knowledge of assessment, tracking and recording progress
- Is able to create a stimulating learning environment
- Can recognise the importance of working in a team
- Has strong interpersonal skills
- Is willing and able to work in any age range within KS1/KS2
How to apply
For further details and to apply please visit: Elevate Multi Academy Trust – Vacancies
Sessay CofE Primary School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such we do not accept CVs as part of the selection process. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.