Class Teacher (Reception)

Wigan Council; Wigan; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

St Jude’s Catholic Primary School is seeking a passionate Reception class teacher to join their nurturing community. The role involves inspiring young children and fostering positive relationships with families, all while upholding the school's Catholic ethos. Ideal candidates will be eager to contribute to the school environment and support children's learning journeys.

Benefits

Commitment to continuing professional development

Supportive staff and leadership team

Welcoming school environment

Qualifications

• Passion for Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Welcoming attitude towards families and community.
• Embrace and uphold Catholic values.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and support young children to reach their full potential.
• Bring energy and warmth into the classroom.
• Build positive relationships with families.

Skills

Nurturing

Creativity

Relationship Building

Job description

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The Headteacher and Governors of St Jude’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a Reception class teacher to join our school team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of our welcoming school community. If you have a love for teaching and a passion for the Early Years Foundation Stage, we would love to hear from you.

We welcome applications from ECT’s / NQT’s

St Jude’s is a welcoming and nurturing school where every child is known, valued, and supported to reach their full potential. Guided by a strong Catholic ethos, we foster an inclusive environment built on respect, compassion, and a genuine love of learning.

The successful candidate will:

• Inspire, support, and motivate young children to reach their full potential.
• Bring energy, warmth, and creativity into the classroom, with a nurturing approach.
• Be keen to build warm, positive relationships with families and the wider school community, valuing their role in each child’s learning journey.
• Embrace and uphold the Catholic values of the school, “Together, we learn, love and grow with Jesus”.

In return, St Jude’s will offer:

• A warm, caring, welcoming school that values everyone.
• A dedicated, supportive team of leaders, staff and governors.
• Commitment to your continuing professional development.

We warmly encourage visits to the school and can offer a walk around on:

Tuesday 10th June at 4pm

Wednesday 18th June at 9:30am

If you require any further information, please contact the school on 01942 204091 or [emailprotected]

Interview date: To be confirmed

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check.

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