CLASSROOM TEACHER

Location

ELM TREE COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL
Elmers Wood Road , Skelmersdale , WN8 6SA
Tel: 01695 50924
School website: www.elmtree.lancs.sch.uk/
Roll: 150

Information

Elm Tree Community Primary School is an outstanding special school dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every pupil can thrive. We cater exclusively to pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), many of whom have complex needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD. Our school vision is clear: At Elm Tree we work together to give all children a place to thrive. Our core values of trust, acceptance, resilience, respect, inclusivity, and friendship underpin everything we do.

We are seeking a passionate and committed Class Teacher to join our dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of pupils with special educational needs by delivering high-quality, tailored teaching that inspires, motivates, and challenges.

What we offer:

A supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking school community.

A curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of our pupils.

Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

A strong focus on wellbeing, inclusion, and positive outcomes for all pupils.

The successful candidate will:

Deliver well-structured, engaging lessons tailored to the needs of pupils with EHCPs.

Use assessment effectively to track and promote pupil progress.

Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, carers, and professionals.

Uphold our values and contribute positively to the school ethos.

If you are committed to inclusive education and want to be part of a school that truly values every pupil, we would love to hear from you. We will be holding a walk-around for interested candidates on Wednesday 25th March at 10:30am, if you are interested in attending the walk-around, please email recruitment@elmtree.lancs.sch.uk to book a place.

Please find the full job description and person specification attached to this advert.

To apply, please send your completed application form and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to recruitment@elmtree.lancs.sch.uk by 10:00am on 13th April 2026.

Closing date: 13th April 2026 - 10:00am 
Interview date: TBA

Elm Tree Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are 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.

Proposed Interview Date:

TBA 

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: Jordan Calderbank
recruitment@elmtree.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.