CLASS TEACHER

Location

ST MARY'S ROMAN CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL AND NURSERY
Tong Lane , Bacup , OL13 9LJ
Tel: 01706 873123
School website: www.stmarysbacup.org/
Roll: 97

Information

GRADE: MAIN PAY SCALE TO UPPER PAY SCALE
Responsible to: Headteacher
Main Location: St Mary’s RC Primary school, Bacup
Required to commence as soon as possible
FIXED TERM TO 31ST AUGUST 2026

St Mary’s RC Primary School is a friendly, warm and welcoming school which was founded by and is part of the Catholic Church.  We are the only Catholic School in the town of Bacup and our thriving nursery provides free and flexible childcare.  Offering all the advantages of a Church school, our roll is not limited to Catholics.  Our community is one in which we aim for our pupils to be safe, happy and successful in a positive atmosphere where every person is known, valued and given the support and guidance they need while being excited by the challenges and opportunities before them.

The Board of Directors of the Romero Catholic Academy Trust, alongside The Governors of St Mary’s RC Primary School, are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and well-qualified Class Teacher to join our highly ambitious school on a fixed term basis.

We are looking for someone who:

Can engage and enthuse our learners through a commitment to outstanding teaching and learning

Can contribute to the further development of a strong and forward-looking team

Is innovative in their techniques to motivate and inspire young people

Can build positive relationships with staff, pupils and parents alike

Is willing to support the ethos of the school

Both ECTs and experienced Teachers are encouraged to apply. 

What we can offer you:

Committed students who are positive and keen to learn

The opportunity to be part of a friendly and supportive team

Excellent and innovative facilities across the school

A comprehensive professional development programme and many opportunities to contribute to extra-curricular activities and whole school initiatives

If you feel you have the right skills and attributes we are looking for, then we will be delighted to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting Mrs Elizabeth Lloyd, Headteacher on 01706 873123 or emailing head@stmarys.romerocat.com.

Application form and details attached or available from our website:
https://www.stmarysbacup.org/page/job-vacancies/41504

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

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.


Closing Date: Friday 14th November 2025
Shortlisting Date: Monday 17th November 2025
Interview Date: Wednesday 26th November 2025

Proposed Interview Date:

26/11/2025 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Visits to school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01706 873123 or head@stmarys.romerocat.com.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: Kim Rawlinson, School Business Manager at sbm@stmarys.romerocat.com.

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