CLASS TEACHER

Required to start: April 2026

Richmond Hill Academy is seeking to recruit a Class Teacher. This role is of great importance to our academy. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching and inspiring pupils to achieve their potential across a range of exciting and evolving subjects. This opportunity is open to both ECTs and Experienced Teachers. Part time hours are available.

Potential Applicants Should

• A colleague who has recently qualified as an Early Years Foundation Stage teacher.
• A colleague with a successful record of teaching (applicants who have already gained Qualified Teacher Status).

Applicants Should Also Have

• The ability to put vision into practice.
• The ability to plan for progression across the ability range, designing effective learning within Early Years.

Benefits

• Membership of a teacher or local government pension scheme, depending on the role.
• A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• £2k Cycle to work scheme.

About Us

“Exceptional leadership at all levels has brought about considerable improvement for the opportunities and experiences of pupils in the school.” – Ofsted, March 2022

Richmond Hill Academy is a ‘good’ school with many areas of our work graded ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted. The transformation of our school has been possible due to the remarkable skill and commitment of our staff members and the support of our whole community. Richmond Hill Academy is a school where staff are happy and feel listened to and well trained. As one teacher said, “I walk out of school happy every day.” We are looking for people who want to join our remarkable team, be part of the next chapter of our school and work with children whose respect for one another and their community is “breath-taking”.

How to Apply

If you are as excited about this role as we are, you can download the Job Description, Person Specification, and Application Form from this page, request them by email at recruitment@richmondhill.leeds.sch.uk or by telephone on 0113 487 1600.

Please note if you submit an electronic application, we will not require a hard copy. CVs are not accepted.