KEY STAGE 2 TEACHER WITH TLR 2.1

Location

CHORLEY THE PARISH OF ST LAURENCE CE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Highfield Road South , Chorley , Lancashire , PR7 1RB
Tel: 01257 262940
School website: www.st-laurence.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 202

Information

We are looking to appoint an experienced, inspirational and ambitious KS2 teacher to join our team from 5th January 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in their career, with a role on the Senior Leadership Team. The successful candidate will take on responsibility for English and will also work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to drive excellence in Teaching and Learning across the school. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to make a real impact across our school.  We are seeking a teacher with a genuine passion for education, strong leadership potential, and the ability to deliver outstanding teaching across the curriculum.  This role offers the chance to lead, innovate, and influence while continuing to teach and nurture a love of learning in every child.

You will:

inspire our pupils, communicating the ethos of our Christian school

be a strong, creative and outstanding teacher 

have a thorough understanding and knowledge of the KS2 curriculum

have the children and their best interests at the heart of everything you do

be passionate about raising standards 

work hard and make a significant contribution to our school team 

have the resilience, self-motivation and enthusiasm to work with the leadership team to continue drive forward Teaching and Learning

have excellent interpersonal skills and be committed to working collaboratively for the good of all pupils

be part of an ambitious leadership team

We can offer you: 

a welcoming school community with a strong Christian character where our values shine through

wonderful children who are eager to learn

a dedicated, friendly and enthusiastic team of staff

a passionate and committed governing body 

committed and supportive parents

strong links to our Parish and the wider community 

a firm commitment to your continuing professional development including excellent opportunities for collaboration with schools

If you are an excellent class teacher seeking to take the next step in senior leadership and who has a proven record in development of an area of school improvement, then we would welcome your application.

Closing date for applications: Monday 22nd September 2025 12 noon
Visits to the school are welcomed on:

Monday 15th September 2025 3:45pm

Wednesday 17th September 2025 9:15am

Shortlisting date: Tuesday 23rd September 2025
Interviews Tuesday 30th September 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 www.st-laurence.lancs.sch.uk

Essential Qualifications

Qualified Teacher

Essential Experience

Teaching in KS2

Experience leading a core subject 

Experience of contributing to and supporting whole school improvement

Desirable Experience

Exprerience leading Music

Experience of working in a church school/ faith reference

Proposed Interview Date:

30/09/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. To arrange a visit, please contact the school on 01257 262940.
For an informal discussion please contact: Mrs E Marquis Headteacher.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: Mrs Marquis
head@st-laurence.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.