CLASS TEACHER, EYFS EXPERIENCE DESIRABLE (NOT SUITABLE FOR ECTs)

Location

ACCRINGTON SPRING HILL PRIMARY SCHOOL
Exchange Street , Accrington , BB5 0JD
Tel: 01254 399009
School website: www.springhillschool.co.uk
Roll: 365

Information

Class Teacher Vacancy 

Are you passionate about improving outcomes for children?

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Spring Hill Community Primary School, and we are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Class Teacher to join our friendly and dedicated team commencing on 1st September 2025. Experience with EYFS is desirable, not suitable for ECTs.   

Our school is a happy and exciting place to learn, currently catering for around 365 children between 4 and 11.
The school is situated in Accrington and benefits from wonderful, extensive outdoor space.

We are looking for a teacher who:  

will be an inspirational and outstanding part of our school family, who leads by example and who motivates and inspires all to improve the outcomes of the school.  

has a proven track record and is passionate about learning, is organised and effective with a determination to make a difference. 

is innovative and forward thinking, using research to underpin practice. 

has a can-do attitude.  

has an understanding of the needs of others, committed to wellbeing and will support pupils and staff on a day-to-day basis. 

Is committed to delivering the school vision and upholding the school values.   

https://www.springhillschool.co.uk/our-school/vision   

We can offer you:

the opportunity to work alongside staff who will provide the skills and support to develop you with your next steps in your career.

a dedicated governing body and staff who are supportive and passionate about their community.

a school where you have the opportunity to make a real difference.

well behaved and motivated children who want to do their best.

work with a supportive and positive team.

a commitment to your professional development and wellbeing.

Closing Date: 12 Noon, Wednesday 30th April 
Proposed Observation & Interview Dates:  
PART 1 on Monday 5th May for an observation.  Then if suitable you will go onto PART 2 on Friday 9th May for an interview 

Application form attached, please return to Mrs Tipping, Business Manager at SBM@springhill.lancs.sch.uk  

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached and include a covering letter no longer than 2 pages.  

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.

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.


More Information can be found at https://www.springhillschool.co.uk/

Essential Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree

Evidence of recent and relevant training applicable to the post

Essential Experience

Evidence of strong teaching in a primary school setting

Ability to demonstrate a proven track record of support for pupils with Special Educational Needs

Experience of deploying teaching assistants effectively

Experience of successfully managing challenging behaviour

Experience of assessment, tracking and target setting

Desirable Experience

Experience of teaching in an EYFS setting

Proposed Interview Date:

09/05/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and are scheduled to take place on:

Thursday 24/04/25 at 2.30pm
Thursday 24/04/25 at 4pm
Friday 25/04/25 at 9.30am
Tuesday 29/04/25 at 4pm

Please contact the school office on 01254 399009 to arrange a visit.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to:
sbm@springhill.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.