CLASS TEACHER - FULL TIME TEMPORARY

Location

WALTON-LE-DALE, ST LEONARD'S CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Walton Green , Walton-le-Dale , Preston , Lancashire , PR5 4JL
Tel: 01772 556021
School website: www.st-leonards-pri.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 241

Information

Vacancy- Class Teacher

To begin 1st September 2025 – August 2026

Temporary Full time

We are looking to employ an enthusiastic, well organised class teacher at our supportive and inclusive school. We pride ourselves on being a family who always strives for excellence in all aspects of school life. This position will suit both experienced and newly qualified teachers. The Key Stage is to be determined : EYFS / KS1 / KS2.

Essential Requirements:

Qualified Teacher Status

Child Protection and Safeguarding Knowledge

A commitment to the development of the worshipping life of the school community

Excellent communication skills with children and adults

The ability to work as part of a team

Knowledge and understanding of child well being

Prepared to ‘go the extra mile’

Desirable Requirements:

To  lead a subject area
Closing Date: Thursday 15th May at 12 noon.

Thursday 15th May

If you have been successfully shortlisted, you will receive a telephone call by 5.30pm on Thursday 15th May and a follow up email.

Interview Date: Lesson Observations: Week beginning 19th May. Dependent upon the outcome of lesson observations, interviews will be held on Thursday 22nd May.

Lesson Observation:

To teach a 30 minute English lesson in your current class. If you are a new teacher and do not have a class, the lesson will take place at St.Leonard’s.

Dependent upon the outcome of the lesson observation, the Interview Process will be as follows:

To complete a variety of English / Maths questions.

To complete an unseen task which will involve analysing a child’s piece of work.

To answer a variety of interview questions from the interview panel.

St Leonard’s C of E Primary school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We thank you for your interest in our school.

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.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Essential Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in national curriculum subject or Bachelor of Education

Evidence of recent relevant training to post.

Desirable Qualifications

To lead a subject area

Essential Experience

Current outstanding teaching experience

Desirable Experience

Experience of teaching in EYFS, KS1 & KS2

Experience of leading a subject

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: head@st-leonards-pri.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.