Class Teacher Vacancy

Leighceprimary; Leigh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Leigh CE Primary School is seeking a passionate Primary Teacher for maternity cover starting September 2025. The role requires commitment to inclusive education and nurturing individual needs. The school offers a supportive community, excellent CPD opportunities, and a culture that values diversity and joy in learning.

Benefits

Excellent CPD opportunities

Local Government Pensions Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff flu vaccinations

Qualifications

• Passionate, flexible, and energetic Primary Teacher required.
• Committed to nurturing individual needs of every child.

Responsibilities

• Join a dynamic team on a maternity cover basis.
• Create lasting impact in the classroom.

Skills

Inclusive Education

Creativity

Collaboration

Kindness

Positivity

Enthusiasm

Resilience

Job description

Please note the employer for this position is The Wings CE Trust, not Wigan Council

The Wings CE Trust

Leigh CE Primary School

Henrietta Street

Leigh

WN7 1LP

Qualified Teacher Pay Scale

Full Time

Temporary to cover Maternity

Required for September 2025

Creating a Better Future – One Unique Child at a Time

Are you ready for a role where no two days are the same? Are you excited by the challenge of a fast-paced, rewarding environment where every child is seen, heard, and celebrated?

At Leigh CE Primary School, we’re proud of our inclusive ethos and our shared commitment to Creating a Better Future. We believe every child is unique, valued, and full of potential — and we’re looking for a teacher who shares that belief.

This is a contract to cover maternity leave starting September 2025.

The Role:

We’re seeking a passionate, flexible, and energetic Primary Teacher to join our dynamic team on a maternity cover basis. You'll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking school that celebrates creativity, collaboration, and kindness.

This role is perfect for someone who:

• Thrives in a busy, varied school day
• Is committed to inclusive education and nurturing the individual needs of every child
• Brings positivity, enthusiasm, and resilience to their classroom
• Believes that teaching is about creating lasting impact, not just delivering lessons

What We Offer:

• A welcoming, child-centred school community
• Supportive colleagues and leadership who have your back
• A culture that embraces diversity, innovation, and joy in learning
• Children who are curious, kind, and full of potential
• Real job satisfaction knowing you're helping to shape futures
• Excellent CPD opportunities and access to a library of on-line training courses
• Entry into the Local Government Pensions Scheme
• A range of employee benefits which support your wellbeing that includes a confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff flu vaccinations

The Wings CE Trust is an equal opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We hope that after considering the post details and School information available on the website that you choose to apply for the post as you believe you can contribute positively to the department, the ethos of the school and to ensure that our students make the progress we expect.

All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

If you require any further information, please contact the school on 01942 671389 E-mail: [e-mail] Website: www.leighceprimary.co.uk

Closing Date: Sunday 1st June 2025

Interview Date: Thursday 12th June 2025

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

The employer is committed to safeguarding

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