Class Teacher

Rochdale Council; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Newlands School, operated under Rochdale Council, invites applications for a Class Teacher. The post is permanent, full-time, and all-year round, with an actual salary of £32,916 - £51,048 plus SEN allowance (£2,787) and subject to the pay award adjustment. The interview date is 13th October 2026.

The Governors welcome applications from those with Primary/SEND experience and a commitment to safeguarding. Applicants should be proactive, team-oriented, and capable of communicating clearly with

Qualifications

• Experience across Primary and/or SEND settings.
• Commitment to safeguarding pupils and promoting welfare.
• Ability to work well in a team to achieve the best outcomes for children.
• Excellent and reflective classroom practitioner with high expectations.

Job description

Grade: Teachers Main Pay / UPR

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Working Pattern: All Year Round

Actual Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 + (SEN £2,787) - (to increase pending Pay Award)

Interview Date: 13th October 2026

Thank you for showing interest in our school. Applications are particularly welcomed from teachers who have experience in the Primary Special School setting.

The Governors of Newlands School are seeking to appoint a Class Teacher who:

• Is proactive and vigilant in their approach to safeguarding pupils
• Is experienced in working within a team to ensure the best outcomes for children
• Has the personal and social skills to communicate clearly and sensitively, establishing and sustaining good relationships with parents, pupils and other staff
• Is looking for a school where personal professional development is promoted, supported and celebrated
• Is an excellent and reflective classroom practitioner
• Is caring, committed and highly motivated
• Has high expectations of all pupils’ achievement and behaviour
• Has the knowledge, enthusiasm and ability to inspire and motivate children to learn.
• Has a warm and friendly personality.
• Has an excellent understanding of children with severe and complex needs and how to plan for and support their learning and engagement.

The successful applicant will have experience across Primary and/or SEND settings.

You are very welcome to visit us prior to making an application.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026.