CLASS TEACHER WITH TLR

Location

CATON PRIMARY SCHOOL
Broadacre , Caton , Lancaster , LA2 9NH
Tel: 01524 770104
School website: www.catonprimary.school
Roll: 70

Information

The Governors of Caton Primary School are seeking an ambitious and inspiring classroom practitioner to join our friendly and dedicated team.  Caton Primary School is a thriving and successful primary school in the beautiful Lune Valley.

Our facilities are superb with a fantastic outdoor space, including our own forest and a detached sports hall.

We are looking for:

a dynamic, creative and inspirational teacher who will promote our school’s mission of learning with laughter

an outstanding classroom practitioner with a deep understanding of the primary curriculum

someone with an in-depth knowledge of assessment and how it can impact on pupil progress

someone who is aspirational with high expectations for all pupils

someone who is ready for the next stage in their career and is keen to make a positive impact across the whole school

someone with strong behaviour management skills who employs a variety of strategies effectively

a strong team player who is able to build successful relationships quickly with pupils, staff and families

someone who is wholly committed to our ethos of providing wider opportunities for our pupils

someone who shows resilience and is able to remain positive in adversity

a reflective practitioner who is always keen to learn and to take on professional development opportunities

someone who can support the development of others 

In addition to class teacher responsibilities which include subject leadership, the role will involve leading on assessment across the school. 

In return, we can offer:

a talented and hardworking staff team who look after each other

wonderful children who are enthusiastic learners

a friendly and welcoming ethos

opportunities to develop your own skills and talents / interests

a highly supportive and experienced governing body that is fully committed to the ongoing development of our school

Tours of the school are available on the following dates:

Tuesday 23rd September at 11am.

Friday 26th September at 2pm.
Please call the school office on 01524 770104 to book a tour.

Closing Date 12 Noon 06/10/2025

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


More Information can be found at https://catonprimary.school/

Desirable Experience

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Proposed Interview Date:

22/10/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Contact Gail Bowskill, the Headteacher on 01524 770104

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

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