NURSERY TEACHER

Location

NEWTON BLUECOAT CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
School Lane , Newton , Preston , Lancashire , PR4 3RT
Tel: 01772 684415
School website: https://www.newtonbluecoat.lancs.sch.uk/
Roll: 206

Information

We are a single form entry school with a record of high standards and high expectations. Newton Bluecoat CE Primary is an excellent school for staff at all levels to develop professionally. We are a good school with an outstanding ethos and behaviour.

Due to the current Nursery teacher starting maternity leave in November, we are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated teacher to work in Nursery from approximately 5th November until the return of the post holder. Please note that dates may vary if the maternity start date differs.

The successful candidate will have high expectations in all areas of school life and a passion for ensuring the highest possible outcomes for pupils. They will work within our EYFS team and benefit from rich professional development and support, relevant to the role. They will deliver a broad and balanced curriculum with the development of skills, knowledge and prior learning central to their teaching. 

This position is not suitable for an early career teacher, as we require an experienced practitioner in this year group.

Further information about the school, such as inspection reports, can be found on the website at www.newtonbluecoat.lancs.sch.uk. Please contact the office on 01772 684415 to arrange a tour of school.

Application packs can be downloaded from the Lancashire teaching vacancy website.

The closing date for applications is 12 Noon on Friday 10th October 2025. Interviews will be held during the week beginning 20th October.

Applicants who have not been contacted by Wednesday 13th October can assume they have not been shortlisted for the post. Unfortunately, feedback on unsuccessful applications cannot be given.

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://https//www.newtonbluecoat.lancs.sch.uk/

Essential Qualifications

Degree

QTS

Desirable Qualifications

Not applicable

Essential Experience

Primary school teaching experience

Desirable Experience

EYFS 

Proposed Interview Date:

TBA 

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: head@newtonbluecoat.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.