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Grade TEACHERS PAY RANGE
Term Full Time
Perm / Temp Temporary
Required From January 2026  to 31/12/2026 
Closing Date Noon 31/10/2025
Location
ROUGHLEE CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Blacko Bar Road , Roughlee , Nelson , Lancashire , BB9 6NX
Tel: 01282 613613
School website: www.roughlee.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 58
Information
The Headteacher and Governors of Roughlee CE Primary School, are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Teacher, who is experienced with working with Key Stage 2 children.

The post will be full-time on a Temporary Contract to cover for maternity leave.

The successful candidate will:

  • be a qualified teacher who has experience in Key Stage 2
  • have excellent organisational and time keeping skills
  • understand the rigours and demands of a mixed classes
  • be an ambitious professional with high aspirations for the children and families with whom they serve; be a creative and inspiring teacher;
  • be a highly motivated and energetic professional with the confidence and resilience to commit to the workings of a small school and close working team
  • be a caring person who demonstrates consideration and respect to all stakeholders of our school, thereby positively promoting our schools vision and Christian values
  • be a committed team player who is also able to work collaboratively and lead in your areas of agreed responsibility
  • be supportive of our Christian ethos


    In return we will offer:

  • A distinctive Christian ethos across all aspects of school life
  • Friendly and supportive colleagues
  • Delightful children whose behaviour and attitude to learning is outstanding
  • A well-resourced learning environment - indoors and out

    Experience is ideal although it is more important that we employ someone who is keen to listen, learn and commit to the needs of the children with empathy and kindness. 


    Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, 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 http://www.roughlee.lancs.sch.uk/
  • Essential Qualifications

    Qualified Teacher

    Desirable Qualifications

    First Aid qualification

    Essential Experience

    Successful experience of effective teaching within Key Stage 2

    Desirable Experience

    Successful experience of effective teaching within a mixed-age class

    Teaching within a Church of England school

    Proposed Interview Date:
    TBA 

    For an informal discussion please contact:

    Visits to school prior to application are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a visit, or to speak to the headteacher, please telephone 01282 613613

    Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

    The Headteacher c/o the School. Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: head@roughlee.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.