Part-Time Teacher - Ripponden J & I School

Ripponden J & I School
Sowerby Bridge
Halifax
HX6 4AH
(01422) 823362
admin@ripponden.calderdale.sch.uk

Teaching Vacancy - Start date: January 2027

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring and committed teacher to join our friendly team, teaching in our Year 1 class every Friday.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about teaching and learning, has high expectations for all pupils and can create a positive, stimulating classroom environment.

The successful candidate must:

• Have recent experience of teaching systematic synthetic phonics.
• Have a good understanding of the Year 1 curriculum and the transition from EYFS to Key Stage 1.
• Demonstrate effective classroom and behaviour management.
• Build positive relationships with children, colleagues and families.
• Be committed to working collaboratively with the existing Year 1 teacher to ensure consistency and continuity of learning throughout the week.

We offer a welcoming school community, enthusiastic children and a supportive staff team.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

Closing date: Friday 20th November Interview date: TBC

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to the appropriate pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Application forms can be obtained from our website – www.ripponden.calderdale.sch.uk/vacancies or from our business manager, Mrs Skotnicki, at the email address above, to whom completed applications should be received by: 1pm Friday 20th November 2026

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