Teacher - Overthorpe CofE AcademyJobsGoPublic

Organisation

Schools

Directorate

Primary Schools

Service Area

Overthorpe C of E Academy

Hours

Monday to Friday full time

Number of Jobs

1

Location(s)

Overthorpe C of E Academy Edge Top Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF12 0BH

Position type

Permanent

Grade

MPS

Salary

MPS

Advert Wording

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Overthorpe C of E Academy

To Start 1st January 2027 – Permanent

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a successful and forward-looking academy trust. We pride ourselves in providing a safe, happy and caring environment, where all pupils are nurtured and valued within a distinctive and inclusive ethos.

We are welcoming candidates to visit our school at set times during the week commencing 9th June. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit.

We are looking for someone who is:

an excellent class teacher with high expectations of all pupils

a team player, who works well with others

nurturing and caring

committed to raising standards

hard working and enthusiastic

Why join Enhance Academy Trust?

As a Trust, we have developed a range of employee benefits. Here are just a few examples …

Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme

Physical and mental health support from a team of experienced nurses, counsellors, therapists, physiotherapists, consultants plus NHS GPs and private medical services.

GP consultations with experienced NHS doctors are available for our employees and members of their household, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and prescriptions (which have to paid for) can be delivered to local chemists.

Free annual flu jab

Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings

A paid annual Wellbeing Day – a time for you to use the day for an activity which promotes your own individual health and wellbeing.

Wherever possible, PPA at home for teachers.

If you are seeking a fresh challenge, enjoy variety in your role and are looking for an opportunity to make a difference, we would welcome your application. Applications via this link Recruitment (accessacloud.com) If you would like further information about the role(s) please contact Lauren McCarthy, Head of School [email protected] / 01924 325300.

Enhance Academy Trust has an absolute commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS. Online checks will also be completed for shortlisted candidates. The Trust values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all.

Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply for this position.

Interview date: 17th November 2026

Closing date

06 November 2026, 11:55 PM

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