YEAR 2 CLASS TEACHER

Location

LOSTOCK HALL COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL
Linden Drive , Lostock Hall , Preston , Lancashire , PR5 5AS
Tel: 01772 338289
School website: www.lostockhallcps.co.uk
Roll: 419

Information

Lostock Hall Community Primary School is a large two form entry primary school.   Recently rated ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted.  We are closely linked with Embrace Teaching School Hub and part of Axia Learning Alliance.

The Governors wish to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Year 2 class teacher from January 2026.  This is a temporary role to cover maternity leave of the current post holder until 31st December 2026.

We are looking for an outstanding classroom practitioner who can recognise and respond to a range of needs, who could work well within our friendly and dedicated team in our popular and successful school. 

We are looking for someone who: 

is an outstanding and dynamic practitioner who can inspire, challenge and motivate children to achieve their full potential 

will be able to provide our children with exciting learning opportunities 

is committed to promoting the ethos of the school 

is energetic, enthusiastic and positive 

has high expectations of behaviour, progress and achievement for all children 

works well within a close team 

In return we will offer you: 

supportive staff, governors and parents

a strong team of friendly and professional staff who work in a mutually supportive and happy atmosphere 

enthusiastic children who are motivated to learn and achieve 

an opportunity to develop your career through effective CPD and collaboration with Axia schools

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.   CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you must complete the application form attached.

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

This role is not suitable for an Early Career Teacher.

Closing Date: Friday 10th October 2025 (12 noon)       
Shortlisting:  Tuesday 14th October         
Interview dates: 21st & 22nd October 2025

More Information can be found at http://www.lostockhallcps.co.uk/

Essential Qualifications

QTS (ECT years completed)

Desirable Qualifications

First aid

Essential Experience

Evidence of successful practice in KS1

To be a strong classroom practitioner 

Secure knowledge and understanding of the Key Stage 1 curriculum

Experience of Subject Leadership

Desirable Experience

Successful experience in KS1 and KS2

Secure understanding of Assessment for learning

Experience of leading a subject across school

Experience of leading Art and DT

Proposed Interview Date:

21/10/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact the school on 01772 338289

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

The application form is attached to this advertisement. . Please return your completed application electronically to: sbm@lostockhall-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.