CLASS TEACHER YEAR 1

Location

HASLINGDEN ST JAMES CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Regent Street , Haslingden , Rossendale , BB4 5HQ
Tel: 01706 214134
School website: www.haslingden-st-james.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 189

Information

We are seeking to appoint a reflective and inspirational teacher to join our successful school and be part of a team of dedicated, enthusiastic teachers.

We are looking to appoint a teacher in KS1 (Year 1) to build on our existing strengths and achievements, who have a commitment to Christian education and the Christian ethos of the school, and is a highly motivated, dynamic and caring individual.

Situated in a pleasant former mill town in the Rossendale valley, St. James’ C of E was described by OFSTED as a good school (January 2019). It was judged Excellent in its SIAMS inspection (as at July 2019). We recently had our ungraded inspection on 16th and 17th April 2024 – report pending.

We are looking for: 

An outstanding and creative classroom practitioner with a proven track record of improving children's learning across the curriculum. 

An ambitious teacher who will care for our children, their learning and well-being.

A positive role model who will lead by example and form positive relationships within a team and to bring out the best in others. 

A strong commitment to providing challenging and exciting learning opportunities for all of our children within a Christian environment

In turn we offer: 

A popular, happy and successful school with a proven record of good achievement.

A friendly, hardworking, supportive and dedicated team of governors, teachers and support staff.

Well behaved, respectful and happy children who are eager to learn.

A shared commitment to provide the best possible education and life experiences for the children in our care.

Continued professional development

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

More Information can be found at http://www.haslingden-st-james.lancs.sch.uk/

Essential Qualifications

Degree with QTS

Desirable Qualifications

RWInc Trained

Essential Experience

Teaching for at least 2 years in Key Stage 1

Excellent knowledge of KS1 National Curriculum

Completed ECT/NQT induction

Successful experience of leading a subject area across school

Desirable Experience

RWInc and Phonics testing

Proposed Interview Date:

TBA 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact Miss L Brewer in the school office on 01706 214134 for an informal chat and tour of the school.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application Forms to be returned to the Headteacher at head@haslingden-st-james.lancs.sch.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.