YEAR 5 CLASS TEACHER

Location

MEDLAR-WITH-WESHAM CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Garstang Road North , Wesham , Preston , Lancashire , PR4 3DE
Tel: 01772 682836
School website: www.weshamcofe.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 123

Information

MEDLAR WITH WESHAM CE Primary school is a happy school family, where children enjoy learning to be curious, resilient and confident together, rooted in our Christian ethos.  We recognise that every child is unique, and all staff ensure that each child reaches their full potential in every aspect of school life. Our school is a Church of England Primary School, set in the heart of Wesham. The school was founded in 1880, and we enjoy close links with the parish of Christ Church, Wesham.  We are seeking a dedicated and passionate teacher to come and join our team for this temporary post. This temporary, Secondment Cover -  Main Pay Scale  - post  will enable the successful applicant to make a contribution to teaching and learning in our school.  The successful candidate would be joining a hardworking, dedicated, caring, Christian school family.
 
Day-to-day of the role:

Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and effective lessons that meet the curriculum standards for Year 5.

Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment that fosters and nurtures behaviour for learning.

Assess and monitor student progress, providing feedback and support to encourage academic and personal growth.

Communicate effectively with parents, and teaching assistants to support student learning and well-being.

Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the diverse needs of students.

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.

Essential Qualifications

Degree or equivalent

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

Experience teaching in Key Stage 2 is essential.

Strong understanding of the curriculum and effective teaching methodologies.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.

Commitment to professional development and maintaining high teaching standards.
 

Essential Experience

Evidence of strong teaching in a primary school setting.

 Successful deployment of teaching assistants or other adults in the classroom to support learning.

 Experience Working with children with SEND, writing and reviewing Individual Plans
 

Experience of teaching in a Key Stage 2 classroom
 

Experience of using assessment, tracking and target setting

Proposed Interview Date:

07/10/2025 

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: Headteacher at the School

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