Job Vacancy

Nursery Class Teacher

Fixed Term Temporary contract for maternity cover,

part time 0.5 (16.25 hours)

Wednesday 12-4pm, full day Thursday and Friday


The Priestley Academy Trust is a group of six Primary Schools within the Manningham area of Bradford. We are a dedicated and hardworking Trust and we aim to be at the forefront of new initiatives to raise standards and broaden the range of experiences for our pupils. We are now seeking to employ an experienced individual to work at Margaret McMillan Primary School in order to complement the existing team. We have a vacancy for a full-time class teacher, main Scale 1-6, required to start ASAP or January 8th 2023, this is a fixed term position until 31st August 2024 in the first instance.

The successful candidate will:

  • Believe that all children can achieve and be passionate about making this happen.
  • Be dynamic and strive for excellence.
  • Demonstrate excellent communication skills.
  • Have the ability to create a classroom ethos that develops children as independent learners.
  • Be a team player and work collaboratively to ensure all achieve.

You can expect:

  • To work with a motivated and strong staff team – who support each other to make Margaret McMillan a great place to learn and work.
  • High quality continued professional development and training.
  • Enthusiastic, friendly and well-behaved learners.
  • A positive and supportive school community.

More details of the job description and personal specification can be downloaded here

Applications are welcomed from ECTs and experienced teachers. A full support programme for ECTs is provided. To arrange a visit or request an information pack please call the school office on 01274 495934 or email mmps@priestley.academy.


Closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 30th October 2023. Applications after this time will not be considered. Interview date to be confirmed.

Download an application form from Here (Word Docx) or Here (PDF)
Completed applications should be returned to mmps@priestley.academy

For any other information contact the school office on 01274 495934 or Email the address above.


We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to vetting and recruitment checks, including a satisfactory enhanced disclosure form the DBS. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to related online content checks, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required. CVs are not accepted for this post.