Teacher

St James' Church of England Primary School; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

St James’ CE Primary School in Ashton-under-Lyne is seeking a Class Teacher on a fixed-term contract until June 2027. The role is 32.5 hours per week, teaching on M1 main scale, starting 1 November 2026.

You will join a forward-thinking school with a strong Christian ethos, a supportive team, and a commitment to high standards and excellent pupil learning. Visits are welcomed; applications via [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Outstanding classroom practitioner with strong curriculum knowledge.
• Ability to work in a team and raise standards.
• Inspires love of learning and maintains high expectations.
• Upholds the Christian ethos and vision of the school.
• Committed to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality lessons and assessment to meet the curriculum.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to plan, deliver and evaluate learning.
• Contribute to school improvements and impact evidence.

Skills

Outstanding practitioner

Curriculum knowledge

Team collaboration

Raising standards

Love of learning

High expectations

Christian ethos

Job description

Join our Team as a Class Teacher!

Job title: Class Teacher (1.0)

Contract: Fixed Term – June 2027

School: St James’ CE Primary School, Romney Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 9HU

Directorate: Forward as One CE Multi Academy Trust

Reporting to: Head Teacher

Salary: Main Scale M1

Hours: 32.5 hours/week, Full-Time

Start Date: 1st November 2026

Closing Date: 2nd September 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:

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

In return, we can offer:

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

Please send all queries and completed applications to [e-mail]

Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed. These can be arranged by contacting the school office on 0161 330 2008.

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.