Upper Key Stage 2 Teacher

Permanent. Full time.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Year 5 teacher to join our welcoming school community. You will become part of a supportive forward thinking and dynamic team and play a key role in inspiring pupils at this important stage of their Key Stage 2 journey with a shared commitment to ensuring every child gets the very best start. Guided by our vision “to be the best that we can be,” we are looking for a practitioner who is passionate about providing high‑quality learning experiences and helping every child achieve their full potential. You will be joining a caring, supportive environment where teamwork, high expectations and a commitment to nurturing confident, curious learners sit at the heart of everything we do.

About our School

Whitkirk is proud to be known as “the school with a big heart,” where happiness, kindness, and respect are at the core of everything we do. We are proud to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child feels safe, valued, and supported from the very start of their journey with us. Our dedicated and skilled staff are deeply committed to building positive relationships and supporting each child's academic, personal, and emotional development. We believe that when children feel settled and secure, they are ready to thrive and that’s when the foundations for a lifelong love of learning are laid.

We offer high-quality teaching alongside a broad and enriching curriculum, filled with meaningful opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. From inspiring lessons to creative projects, outdoor learning, and wider experiences, we aim to spark curiosity, build confidence, and encourage every child to aim high. Our school is a vibrant, hard-working, and welcoming community where every pupil is inspired to reach their full potential. We are excited to share this learning journey with you — and what an exceptional journey it promises to be.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• Generous benefits, rewards and discounts: Full details HERE
• Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements
• Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being
• Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team
• Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career

For more about Whitkirk Primary School, click the ‘view our careers page’ button.

About You

To be a good fit for this role, you will be:

• Passionate about helping pupils develop confidence, independence and a love of learning
• Skilled at delivering engaging and challenging learning experiences
• Committed to inclusion and meeting the needs of all learners
• A collaborative professional who contributes positively to the wider life of the school

Next Steps

Ready to Apply: If you have all the info you need, click APPLY NOW to start your application.

Let’s Connect: We would love to speak to you and answer any questions you may have about the role or our school. To arrange a convenient time to speak with us or to visit the school before applying, please contact Angela Quarmby at [email removed].

Tours of the school will be available at 4.00pm on 12, 13 and 14 October and can be booked via email.

Adjustments: Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section ‘Disability and Accessibility’.

Applicant Guidance: Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early submission. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable candidate be appointed.