TEACHER – NURSERY/RECEPTION

Location

HIGHER WALTON CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Rosewood Avenue , Higher Walton , Preston , Lancashire , PR5 4FE
Tel: 01772 335945
School website: www.walton.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 90

Information

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Higher Walton CE Primary School, to appoint an enthusiastic and committed teacher in EYFS. The position is fixed term to cover for maternity leave.
We are a small village school with a strong, caring Christian ethos, set in lovely grounds. Our school vision ‘Life in all its fullness’ ensures that everyone in our school family is supported and nurtured to reach their full potential. We currently cater for 90 children in 4 mixed-age classes.

We are looking for someone who:
• Values team work and supports the strong ethos, vision and aims of the school
• Has experience in EYFS, including knowledge of early reading, writing and phonics
• Is committed to high standards of teaching and learning
• Has the ability to motivate and inspire our children to reach their full potential
• Has excellent classroom practices
We can offer:
• A nurturing and child-centred school where everyone is valued
• Happy, caring and well-behaved children who love to learn
• A bright and well-resourced environment that everyone respects and cares for
• Small class sizes and full-time TA support
• Strong links with All Saints Church and our local community
• Opportunities for professional development

Unfortunately we cannot accept applications from ECTs at this time.
More Information about the school can be found on our website www.walton.lancs.sch.uk

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.

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

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

We welcome visits prior to application. Visits can be arranged on Wednesday 9th July at 9.30am; please telephone the school office on 01772 335945 or email bursar@walton.lancs.sch.uk if you wish to visit.

Please see attached person specification for further information regarding qualifications and experience.

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

Closing Date: 12 Noon 11/7/2025
More Information can be found at www.walton.lancs.sch.uk

Proposed Interview Date:

15/07/2025 

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: head@walton.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.