Class Teacher

Lower Kersal Primary; Salford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Lower Kersal Primary in Salford is seeking an outstanding, inspirational and innovative Teacher to join our good school. You will deliver high-quality lessons, engage learners and help every child reach their full potential.

The post requires very high expectations, excellent communication and a commitment to safeguarding. You will work collaboratively with staff, parents and governors to raise achievement and create a positive learning environment.

Job description

Start date: As soon as possible or 4th January 2027

About the Role

The Governors are seeking to appoint an outstanding, inspirational and innovative Teacher to join the team of our very good school. We are looking for a candidate who demonstrates strong teaching skills and a strong belief that the children in their care should enjoy their learning experiences whilst realising their full potential.

About us

Our school can offer you:

• A leadership team that is committed to staff development and pupil outcomes
• A strong commitment to further improve the achievement of all pupils
• A hard working, enthusiastic and committed staff
• Dedicated and highly supportive Governors
• An effective partnership with parents and the local community
• Friendly, happy children who enjoy learning

About you

We are looking for someone who will:

• Have very high expectations and aspirations for our children
• Inspire and enthuse children about learning
• Have a clear vision, determination and passion to develop each child to their fullest potential

• Use highly effective assessment and adaptations to improve and accelerate childrens progress
• Have excellent communication skills
• Further develop the strong partnership between children, staff and parents.
• Work well in a team

CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED BY EMAIL IF INVITED TO INTERVIEW

Shortlisting will take place on: Monday 2nd November 2026

Interviews/Observations will take place on: Wednesday 4th November 2026

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. This post is subject to a fully enhanced DBS check.

If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the link below for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

Please note that Salford City Council is currently unable to provide visa sponsorship for any role, as no Certificates of Sponsorship are available. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

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