Teacher

Post Reference: 2787

Job Title: Teacher

Academy Name: Alder Tree Primary Academy

Grade: MPS/UPS (£32,916 to £51,047)

Hours: Full time

Accountable to : Principal

Here at Alder Tree, we are embarking on a journey, not only to transform children’s lives, but to work with all our stakeholders including parents, carers and the local community to ensure we are providing a world class education and giving each child the best possible start to their education ensuring that they continue their journey to become the very best that they can be.

We strongly believe that our vision, values and culture drive us to not only transform the lives of our young people but transform the local communities which we so passionately serve. Alder Tree Primary is a unique and very special place to work.

Alder Tree Primary Academy is part of White Rose Academies Trust.

White Rose Academies Trust is a local trust dedicated to raising and fulfilling the ambitions of young people. Our academies throughout Leeds are at the heart of the communities they serve, which is why we are committed to delivering an outstanding education to every one of our students.

Role :

We are seeking a dynamic and committed Primary Teacher to join our school community, teaching across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 and making a genuine difference to pupils’ lives.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic practitioner with strong subject knowledge and the ability to inspire learning across a broad primary curriculum. You will play a key role in securing positive outcomes for all pupils, ensuring high expectations, inclusion and ambition sit at the heart of everything you do.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver high-quality teaching across KS1 and KS2, adapting learning to meet the needs of all abilities

• Create engaging, supportive classroom environments where every child can thrive

• Be accountable for the progress, achievement and wellbeing of the pupils you teach

• Contribute to the development and delivery of a creative, innovative and engaging curriculum

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous professional development

• Actively support the school’s wider responsibility to promote pupils’ personal, social and academic growth

We are looking for a passionate and reflective practitioner with excellent subject knowledge and the flexibility to teach across a range of subjects, particularly within KS2. You will bring energy, creativity and a genuine love of learning, with a clear commitment to encouraging curiosity, confidence and resilience in every child.

If you are motivated by the belief that all pupils can succeed , and you are eager to be part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking school, we would welcome your application.

We believe the trust is a highly desirable place of work for an ambitious professional, who will be joining one of the most supportive and talented teams in the country.

Closing Date: Sunday 19th April 2026, 12am

Interview Date : Friday 1st May 2026

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White Rose Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all staff and volunteers to share the commitment. Appointments will be subject to Safer Recruitment Procedures and an enhanced DBS check.

Please note this role will involve contact with children and you will be engaging in regulated activity. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Please note, all shortlisted applicants will be required to declare any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect suitability to work with children. As a result of amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (exceptions order 1975) in 2013 and 2020, some minor offences are now protected (filtered) and should not be disclosed to potential employers, and employers cannot take these offences into account.

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of sex, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age or disability.