LOWER KEY STAGE 2 TEACHER

Location

ENGLISH MARTYRS CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL, PRESTON
Sizer Street , Preston , Lancashire , PR1 7DR
Tel: 01772 556092
School website: www.englishmartyrs.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 236

Information

The Governors of English Martyrs Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a positive and inspirational full-time class teacher to join our friendly and hard-working team.

The successful candidate will be expected to fully support our Catholic ethos, have high expectations and play an active role in the life of our school.

We are looking for someone who:

Will support the strong Catholic life of our school

Wishes to and will support our passion for inclusion

Has a positive outlook and approach

Works well as part of a team

Is reflective and welcomes opportunities to grow

Will contribute to the wider life of school

Has experience of teaching and working in Key Stage 2

We can offer you:

A welcoming school with a strong Catholic ethos

A child centred and nurturing approach in all we do

Fabulous children who are confident, enthusiastic, eager and engaging

A friendly, caring, supportive team of Governors who are committed to your professional development and well-being

A friendly, caring and supportive staff team

A well-resources and attractive, welcoming working environment


For further information please see the Headteacher’s welcome letter, job description and person specification attached.  

Closing date – Wednesday 7th May 2025.  
Proposed interview date – Wednesday 20th May (times TBC). Candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted via email.  
Start Date: 1st September 2025

Applications should be returned to school via email to head@englishmartyrs.lancs.sch.uk 

English Martyrs Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding. 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 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.englishmartyrs.lancs.sch.uk/

Essential Qualifications

QTS

Essential Experience

Experience of teaching in Key Stage 2, particularly Lower Key Stage 2

Desirable Experience

Leading a subject

Proposed Interview Date:

20/05/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

We highly recommend a visit to school so you can see the welcoming and fantastic place it is to work in! Please contact the school office to arrange 01772 556092

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Online (Please ensure you complete the CES form). Please Return Application forms to the Headteacher at the School

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