Class Teacher – EYFS/KS1

Lancashire County Council; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Weeton St Michael’s is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable teacher to lead a mixed-year Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 class. This permanent, full-time role offers a supportive team, strong HEART values, and the chance to make a real difference in a small school with big ambitions.

Start date is 7 April 2027 with a carefully planned selection process including observed lesson and interviews. Weeton St Michael’s is committed to safeguarding and appoints subject to references and DBS checks.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a mixed-age Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 class.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS and Key Stage One frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 class.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

KS1 knowledge

Experience of leading a year group

Job description

Required From 7th April 2027 (or earlier if possible)

Location WEETON ST MICHAEL'S CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Church Road,Weeton,Preston,Lancashire,PR4 3WD
Tel: [phone]
School website: www.weeton-st-michaels.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 63 Information A small school with a big heart is looking for an exceptional, experienced teacher to join our wonderful team.

At Weeton St Michael’s, our 62 children and 10 staff make up a close-knit school family where everyone is known, valued and cared for. Our HEART values – Happiness, Empathy, Achieve, Respect and Trust – shape everything we do. Kindness, compassion and restorative relationships are at the heart of our school.

We are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable teacher to lead our mixed-age Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 class (10 Reception, 10 Year 1 and 7 Year 2).

We are deliberately looking for someone who brings experience and expertise. This post is not suitable for ECTs. We want a skilled practitioner with a deep understanding of EYFS, strong knowledge of Key Stage One and the confidence to deliver inspiring learning across three year groups.

Above all, we want someone who understands that great teaching begins with great relationships.

What makes Weeton special?

• A wonderful group of children who deserve the very best.
• A genuinely kind, caring and supportive staff team.
• A restorative culture built on empathy, trust and mutual respect.
• Small classes where you can truly know every child.
• Professional trust and the opportunity to make a real difference.

Contract Details

• Position: EYFS / Key Stage One Class Teacher
• Contract: Permanent, full-time
• Salary: MPS/UPS
• Start date: 7 April 2027

Come and see what makes us special!

We strongly encourage visits to experience our school for yourself. Tours with our Headteacher, Mr Smith, are available:

• Monday 9 November at 4pm
• Tuesday 17 November at 2pm
• Monday 23 November at 4pm

Please call 01253 836280 to book.

Closing date: Tuesday 1 December 2026

Selection process: Short lesson observation on 8 or 9 December, followed by formal interviews for shortlisted candidates on 10 December.

Weeton St Michael’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references and all required safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check with the appropriate barred list check.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, 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.

Proposed Interview Date: 08/12/2027

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