CLASS TEACHER - RECEPTION - MATERNITY COVER

Location

ASHTON-ON-RIBBLE ST ANDREW'S CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Tulketh Road , Ashton-on-Ribble , Preston , Lancashire , PR2 1EQ
Tel: 01772 726729
School website: standrewscofe.net
Roll: 420

Information

The Governors of St. Andrew’s CE Primary School are seeking to appointment a highly motivated and enthusiastic EYFS Teacher to join our wonderful school. We are looking for a high-quality teacher who:

can support and embrace the Christian vision and ethos of the school;

can form warm and positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents;

can collaborate and communicate effectively within both a small and large school team.

can inspire a love of reading through dynamic teaching of Phonics and modelling a love of storytelling.

preferably has some experience of teaching in Reception and has a secure understanding of teaching and learning in the Early Years including the EYFS Statutory Framework.

understands the important role provision plays (both inside and outside) in allowing the children to be active learners, who can collaborate, solve problems and develop independence.

We will offer:

A positive, warm and caring Church School which has a strong Christian ethos and where children are put at the heart of all we do.

Pupils who demonstrate excellent behaviour for learning.

A supportive and enthusiastic team, at every level.

An ongoing commitment to CPD

A school that is highly committed to staff wellbeing.

This post will be a temporary contract until the return of the post holder (it is likely to be at least two full terms, or the full academic year).

Early Career Teachers are welcome to apply.
Closing Date - Thursday 24th April 2025

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

More Information can be found at https://standrewscofe.net/

Essential Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree/PGCE or equivalent qualification

Desirable Qualifications

First Aid Qualification

Essential Experience

Experience of teaching in a Primary School

Desirable Experience

Experience of teaching children in Reception

Experience of teaching Read, Write, Inc.

Proposed Interview Date:

08/05/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

If you require further information about the role, or if you would like to look around the school, please contact Scott Martland, Headteacher.
s.martland@st-andrewscofe.lancs.sch.uk

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

The Headteacher c/o the School. Form can be accessed from this advert or please email s.martland@st-andrewscofe.lancs.sch.uk for an application form..

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