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inploi; Grasscroft; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing professional development

MAT collaboration opportunities

Job summary

St Anne’s CofE Lydgate Primary School in Grasscroft is seeking a committed classroom teacher to join our forward-thinking team. The role is 32.5 hours per week, full-time, with a January 2027 start and a closing date of 12th October 2026 at 12 noon.

The successful candidate will be an inspirational practitioner with a deep knowledge of the curriculum, capable of working well in a team and contributing to raising standards and evidencing impact.

Qualifications

• Is an outstanding classroom practitioner.
• Has an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the curriculum.
• Is able to work well in a team and motivate others.
• Is able to contribute to raising standards and evidencing impact.
• Inspires a love of learning.
• Has high expectations for themselves and all pupils.
• Can contribute to the wider life of our school community.
• Is committed to upholding the Christian character and vision of the school.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, inclusive lessons that meet the needs of all pupils.
• Plan and assess in line with the curriculum and school policies.
• Collaborate with colleagues to raise standards and share best practice.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and MAT trust activities.

Skills

Outstanding classroom practitioner

Curriculum knowledge

Team player

Raising standards

Inspires learning

High expectations

Community involvement

Christian ethos

Job description

School: St Anne’s CofE Lydgate Primary School, Cedar Lane, Grasscroft, Saddleworth, OL4 4DS

Directorate: Forward as One CE Multi Academy Trust

Reporting to: Head Teacher

Hours: 32.5 hours/week, Full-Time

Start Date: January 2027

Closing Date: 12th October 2026 12 noon

We are seeking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic classroom teacher who has the passion to create wonderful learning opportunities. We are seeking an inspirational classroom teacher to join our forward-thinking, outstanding staff team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate team who are determined to ensure each child and adult reaches their full potential.

Are you willing to make a difference?

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an outstanding classroom practitioner
• Has an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the curriculum
• Is able to work well in a team and motivate others
• Is able to contribute to raising standards and evidencing impact
• Inspires a love of learning
• Has high expectations for themselves and all pupils
• Can contribute to the wider life of our school community
• Is committed to upholding the Christian character and vision of the school.

In return, we can offer:

• A caring, warm and friendly school
• A close working team with a desire to improve outcomes for pupils
• A respected school with a strong Christian Ethos
• Happy, well-balanced children who are willing to learn
• Supportive and enthusiastic Governors, Staff and Parents
• Continuing professional development opportunities
• Collaboration and partnership with the Forward as One CE MAT trust schools and the professional development flightpath opportunities

Safeguarding Statement:

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, as part of our recruitment process we will carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates to identify any comment, image or other content that could cause reputational damage to the trust and/or give rise to a safeguarding concern. If we discover anything during our searches this will be passed on to the recruitment manager and discussed during interview.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS plus Children’s Barred List Check.

Pre-employment checks will be undertaken before appointment is confirmed.