YEAR 3/4 TEACHER (SEPTEMBER 25 START)

Location

WEETON ST MICHAEL'S CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Church Road , Weeton , Preston , Lancashire , PR4 3WD
Tel: 01253 836280
School website: www.weeton-st-michaels.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 51

Information

Are you looking for an opportunity to teach in a small, nurturing school with a strong sense of community and a commitment to excellence? Weeton St Michael’s CE Primary School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Year 3/4 class teacher to join our amazing team from September 2025.

Weeton St Michael’s is a small village school with a big heart. We proudly uphold our core HEART values – Happiness, Empathy, Achieve, Respect, and Trust – which are at the centre of everything we do. We strive to ensure all children feel valued, safe, and inspired to achieve their full potential.

Following our recent ‘Good’ rating from OFSTED in all areas, we are excited to continue building on our success. This is an exciting time to join us as we grow and strengthen our provision, particularly within our supportive and collaborative staff team.
We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about delivering high-quality teaching and learning, inspiring pupils to reach their full potential.
• Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Is committed to professional development, staying informed about best practices in education.
• Has strong organisational skills, ensuring lessons are well-planned and engaging.

What We Offer:

• A small, friendly, and supportive staff team who work closely together to achieve the best outcomes for all children.
• A welcoming school community where every child is known and valued.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A caring, nurturing environment that prioritises well-being for staff and pupils alike.

You will be responsible for a small, mixed-age Year 3/4 class of just 16 children, supported by a dedicated teaching assistant. Our small class sizes provide an excellent opportunity to make a real impact on each child’s learning and well-being.

Visits to School

We strongly encourage all prospective applicants to visit our school to get a true sense of who we are. Tours will be led by the Headteacher on the following dates:

• Thursday 30th January at 9:15am
• Wednesday 5th February at 2:00pm
• Thursday 13th February at 4:15pm

Interviews will take place during the week beginning 3rd March 2025 over two days:

• Day One: A short lesson observation in class.
• Day Two: Successful candidates from Day One will be invited back for a formal interview.

Weeton St Michael’s CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks.

We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our wonderful school community!

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 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.


More Information can be found at https://www.weeton-st-michaels.lancs.sch.uk/

Proposed Interview Date:

03/03/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

How to Apply
Please download the application pack attached. Completed applications should be emailed to head@weeton-st-michaels.lancs.sch.uk and addressed to the Headteacher by Monday 24th February 2025 at 12 noon.

Please call the school office on 01253 836280 to book onto one of our tours.
Interview Process

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

The Headteacher c/o the School. Application Forms to be returned to head@weeton-st-michaels.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.