CLASS TEACHER

Location

SHERWOOD PRIMARY SCHOOL
Sherwood Way , Fulwood , Preston , Lancashire , PR2 9GA
Tel: 01772 719093
School website: www.sherwood.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 428

Information

Sherwood Primary School is an aspirational two form entry Primary School with 426 pupils on roll. This is an exciting opportunity to join our School as a Class Teacher and work as part of a hard working, high committed team within a supportive school community. We are looking to appoint a dedicated, inspirational teacher. This role will initially be in a KS1 class and we ask that you  outline your Key Stage expertise in your application. A subject specialism is not essential; we are looking to recruit the best teacher possible for this post. A Subject Leadership opportunity is available to candidates ready for this challenge. Our school has a welcoming atmosphere with very high standards and high expectations for all.

The successful candidate must be:

An inspirational teacher with passion and drive to meet the needs of all pupils.

Keen to work alongside a hardworking team to further develop teaching and learning.

Willing to promotes pupils physical and emotional wellbeing through Sport.

Passionate about the role of our School in the lives of children and families.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed; please contact Miss Worthington (School Business Support Officer) to arrange:

Friday 3rd October and Friday 10th October 11am or 4pm on each day. In your supporting letter, please state your curriculum strengths and how you feel your current and past experience has prepared you for this post. Please ensure your letter of application is clear and concise, portrays your overall educational philosophy and is free from error.

The closing date for applications is Monday 13th October at 12noon. Shortlisted candidates will be informed and invited to teach as part of the final stage of recruitment. Interviews are scheduled for Wednesday 22nd October 2025.

Rehabilitation 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.

Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

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.

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.sherwood.lancs.sch.uk

Essential Qualifications

Degree or equivalent

Qualified Teacher Status

Recent Professional Development appropriate to the role

Desirable Qualifications

Additional qualifications and/or studies relevant to the age range

Essential Experience

Experience of effective teaching within the primary phase

Relevant experience of teaching the National Curriculum

Experience and understanding of Safeguarding in Schools

Desirable Experience

Subject Leadership experience - this is not essential but desirable

Teaching experience in KS1

Experience of delivering a Red Rose Phonics

Proposed Interview Date:

TBA 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact Miss G Worthington to arrange a visit to the school.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Please use the attached application form. Return completed application form to the Headteacher c/o recruitment@sherwood.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.