Primary Teacher. Job in Leigh Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

A well-known recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Primary Teacher for a long-term temporary role in Leigh, starting in February and running until May 2026. The ideal candidate should have Qualified Teacher Status with QTS and the legal right to work in the UK. The school is known for its supportive environment, focused on preparing students for a successful secondary school transition. Joining this position offers not just a job, but also involvement in a welcoming and collaborative teaching community.

Benefits

Highest rate of pay

Access to CPD courses

Flexible working options

Wellbeing support

Equal Opportunities Employer

Qualifications

• Must possess Qualified Teacher Status with QTS.
• Subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure and reference checks.
• CV should cover the last 10 years of employment history.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality teaching to primary school pupils.
• Prepare pupils for secondary school transition.
• Collaborate with staff and engage with parents.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status with QTS

Legal right to work in the UK

Experience in teaching

Job description

Primary Teacher - Long-Term Temporary Role (Leigh)

Tradewind Recruitment are currently seeking a dedicated Primary Teacher to join a highly popular and welcoming primary school in Leigh. This is a long-term temporary position, working full-time (5 days per week), starting in February and running until May 2026.

The school is committed to preparing pupils with the skills, confidence, and enthusiasm needed for a successful transition to secondary school. It offers a safe, happy, and well-disciplined learning environment, supported by a strong and approachable Senior Leadership Team.

Staff at the school work collaboratively and benefit from excellent relationships with parents and the wider local community. The school prides itself on being inclusive, supportive, and extremely welcoming to new team members.

Conveniently located in Leigh, the school is easily accessible by car and public transport, with excellent bus links nearby.

The ideal candidate for this teacher role will:

• Have qualified teacher status with QTS
• This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained
• You must have the legal right to work in the UK

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this great position as a Primary Teacher in Leigh or for more information about the role, contact Lindsey on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

The benefits of joining Tradewind Recruitment;

• Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
• Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College
• Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you
• Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer