Primary Teacher
Halfpenny Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School
Pontefract
- £28,000 - £43,685 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS depending on experience
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2024
- Apply by:
- 22 September 2023
Job overview
Ref: SCH-PAT-0388
Required for January 2024
Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of eight schools: six primaries and two 11 – 16 secondary schools. Our schools are run for the benefit of children and young people, and we have unwavering focus on achievement which is paramount so that all of our children and young people enjoy greater life chances.
Halfpenny Lane J, I & N School is a larger than average two form entry primary school. The school ethos is based on a mantra of ‘Dream, Believe, Achieve’. We have a positive culture in place throughout school and high expectations for children’s learning, their behaviour and personal presentation. The staff at Halfpenny Lane are naturally ambitious and strive to ensure that all children are provided with every opportunity to maximise their undoubted potential.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed Primary Teacher to join the team at Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant and Nursery School. The successful candidate will demonstrate high quality teaching to ensure pupils can make accelerated progress, securing outcomes through pupils through outstanding provision. You will use effective resources and uphold the highest standards of learning and achievement for all pupils.
This is a 1 FTE, permanent contract.
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who:
- has a passion for helping pupils thrive and meet their full potential.
- has a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and students.
- can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative.
- has experience of working in a similar specialist area.
To apply for this vacancy or view a job description please visit www.pontefractacademiestrust.org.uk/vacancies.
For more information or to discuss or arrange a potential visit please contact the school on 01977 703270 or via email at admin@halfpenny.patrust.org.uk.
Completed application forms should be returned via the Face-Ed system no later than 10am on Friday 22nd September 2023.
We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone. The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks. Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.
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About Halfpenny Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School
- Halfpenny Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School
- Halfpenny Lane, Pontefract
- West Yorkshire
- WF8 4BW
- United Kingdom
Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant and Nursery School is a larger than average primary school and is two form entry.
Our team at Halfpenny Lane strive to ensure that pupils are provided with a safe and caring school environment, which enables them to be happy, confident and to enjoy the most formative years of their life.
With a 93% combined outcome in reading, writing, and maths at Key Stage 2, we are ranked in the top 5% of primary schools nationally.
Halfpenny Lane was selected as a lead school for music by the West Yorkshire Music Hub - a recognition of the school's commitment to music.
We are part of Pontefract Academies Trust, an organisation with a strong reputation for transforming schools.
Ofsted
In May 2025, Halfpenny Lane was praised by Ofsted as Outstanding in all areas. An exceptional outcome that is a true reflection of the hard work, dedication, and passion of our entire school community.
2025 Edurio Staff Survey
Pontefract Academies Trust has been recognised with the Trust Value Award - Excellence in the 2025 Edurio Awards - placing us among the top 10 performing trusts nationally, based on staff feedback.
Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant & Nursery School received fantastic results in the survey, with 88% of staff saying they would recommend the school as a good place to work - significantly higher than the national benchmark of 73%.
98% of staff also shared that they would recommend Halfpenny Lane to parents as a good place for their children to study.
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