Vacancies
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The details of the DBS Code of Conduct can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice.
We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Applications are welcome from all irrespective of sex, sexuality, gender identity, race, religion, marital status, age or disability.
Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
Click here for a flow chart on disclosing cautions and convictions
MATERNITY COVER – PART-TIME TEACHER (0.6) ONE YEAR CONTRACT
Post: Part time teacher (0.6), one year contract to cover maternity leave - Key Stage Two
Contract: Part-time, one year class teacher, job share contract in Key Stage Two, to start Monday 1st September 2025 until 31st July 2026
Scale: MPR/UPR
Would you like to work in an ‘exceptional, happy and friendly school’ (Ofsted March 2023), where you can inspire our children’s love of learning? Talbot Primary is an outstanding school, and we are looking to appoint an inspirational teacher to join our dedicated, hardworking and friendly team where there is a shared ambition to continue to make our school the best it can be. You will need to be highly motivated and have commitment to meet the needs of all our children.
Our school is a large two form, 3-11 primary based in Roundhay. We have wonderful pupils and a hardworking, committed staff who have helped shape the school into a nurturing and vibrant educational establishment at the heart of the community. We take pride in the fact that our pupils are keen to learn, polite and exemplary in their conduct and interactions.
In return we can offer:
- a supportive and friendly team of colleagues;
- joint planning, preparation and assessment time with your job-share and/or year group partner;
- excellent professional development opportunities;
- enthusiastic and engaged children;
- a firm commitment to the well-being of our children and staff and
- supportive parents and governors.
Applications from both experienced teachers and ECTs are welcomed. This post includes the opportunity to extend the contract to 0.8 from January 2026 to July 2026 for the right candidate.
We would welcome visits to the school on either Tuesday 6th May at 2.30pm or Thursday 15th May at 4.00pm. Please contact us at recruitment@talbotprimary.net to arrange a visit. Completed applications should be sent by e-mail to recruitment@talbotprimary.net or by post for the attention of Mrs J Manota, School Business Manager, Talbot Primary School, East Moor Road, Leeds, LS8 1AF.
Closing date for applications: Monday 19th May, 2025
Shortlisting applications: Tuesday 20th May, 2025
Interviews: Thursday 22nd May, 2025
Documents to support application:
- Applying to Talbot Primary School
- Class teacher job description and person specification
- Application form for applicants
MATERNITY COVER – TEACHER - FIXED TERM FULL TIME CONTRACT
Post: Full time teacher, one term fixed term contract to cover maternity leave - Key Stage Two
Contract: Full time to start 1st September 2025 until 31st December 2025
Scale: MPR/UPR
Applications from both experienced teachers and ECTs are welcomed. We would welcome visits to the school on either Tuesday 29th April at 2.30pm or Thursday 1st May at 4.00pm. Please contact us at recruitment@talbotprimary.net to arrange a visit. Completed applications should be sent by e-mail to recruitment@talbotprimary.net or by post for the attention of Mrs J Manota, School Business Manager, Talbot Primary School, East Moor Road, Leeds, LS8 1AF.
Closing date for applications: Thursday 8th May, 2025
Shortlisting applications: Friday 9th May, 2025
Interviews: Friday 16th May, 2025
Documents to support application:
- Applying to Talbot Primary School
- Class teacher job description and person specification
- Application form for applicants
TEACHING ASSISTANT (PE SPECIALIST)
Post: One year temporary contract, 20 hours per week, term-time only. There is the possibility of additional Level 1 Teaching Assistant hours for the right candidate. Required from: 1st September 2025
Salary Range: Level 2 B3, SCP 7 – 11, £13.26 – £14.13 per hour
The successful applicant will:
- Under the guidance of teaching staff, be confident to coach wide range of different sports/physical activities
- Have a passion for inspiring children’s learning
- Be willing to contribute positively to promote the values and ethos of our school and in developing relationships with the local community
- Be able to support our teachers to achieve excellence
- Be reliable and enthusiastic
- Be committed to continuous self-development
Completed applications should be sent by e-mail to recruitment@talbotprimary.net or by post for the attention of Mrs J Manota, School Business Manager, Talbot Primary School, East Moor Road, Leeds, LS8 1AF.
Closing date for applications: Thursday 15th May, 2025
Interviews: Thursday 22nd May, 2025
Documents to support application:
- Applying to Talbot Primary School
- Sports Leader job description and person specification
- Application form for applicants
