YEAR 5 TEACHER 0.6 M3 FOR ONE YEAR FIXED TERM

Location

OUR LADY AND ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL
Brandreth Drive , Parbold , Wigan , WN8 7HD
Tel: 01257 462466
School website: www.ourladyallsaints.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 108

Information

The governors of Our Lady and All Saints Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and talented Class Teacher to teach Year 5 who make up half of our mixed age Year 5 and 6 class, and work as part of our hardworking, dedicated team. The salary for the role is teacher pay spine M3, although we will accept applications from candidates working at M3 or above.

Our school is set in the small rural village of Parbold in West Lancashire. We are well known locally for being a very friendly, inclusive school and are keen to maintain this reputation. As we are a small school, our staff are acutely aware of each child's strengths, talents and needs. We are recognised in the local authority as a high performing school; in both our recent Ofsted and Archdiocesan inspections, we were graded outstanding. At Our Lady and All Saints, we have high expectations of all and strive for excellence in all we do; aiming to develop every child to the best of their ability.

We are looking for a class teacher who:

is willing to strongly commit to our Christian ethos and teach Religious Education in line with the Archdiocesan programme of study

is an outstanding classroom teacher

prioritises children’s learning and welfare, forging strong relationships with parents and our wider school family

is an inspirational and motivational teacher who believes in our vision and is totally committed to raising standards, while making learning fun and creative for all

is a committed team player, demonstrating flexibility, co-operation and a willingness to take an active role in school life both inside and outside of the classroom

is a reflective teacher who is open to new ideas

has a cheerful disposition and a good sense of humour

will go the extra mile, bringing something additional to the school.
 
We offer:

exceptionally well-behaved pupils who love to learn and strive to be the best they can be in all aspects of their education

a friendly, professional, committed and supportive team of staff and governors

the opportunity to contribute to our bespoke, rich, diverse and broad curriculum

a warm and caring school family which includes our school dog, Buddy

a hardworking and forward-thinking school with a culture of high expectations

extensive outdoor space which includes a woodland area for Forest School and outdoor learning spaces

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

More Information can be found at http://www.ourladyallsaints.lancs.sch.uk/

Essential Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status

Satisfactory completion of ECT induction

Degree or equivalent

Essential Experience

Recent highly successful experience of teaching within KS2

Experience of delivering a high quality, well planned primary curriculum

Knowledge of statutory frameworks, curriculum, current policy and procedures

Show a commitment to working with parents, colleagues and governors in a collaborative and mutually supportive way

Have excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proposed Interview Date:

08/05/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to visit school. To arrange a visit, please contact Mrs Andrews – School Bursar – on 01257 462466.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Please Return Application forms to the Headteacher at the School head@ourladyallsaints.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.