Teacher

Canon Burrows CE Primary; Tameside, Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Canon Burrows CE Primary School in Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside, England, invites applications for a Year 2 Teacher. This fixed-term post runs January to 31st August 2027, with full-time hours and flexible part-time/job-share arrangements considered.

The role focuses on delivering high-quality lessons, safeguarding, assessment, and supporting the wider school community within a welcoming church-school environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Maintain the positive ethos and core values of our church school, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Assess, track, and record pupil progress to ensure every child reaches their full potential.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment in accordance with our behaviour and safeguarding policies.
• Collaborate effectively with year-group colleagues, SENDCO and parents.
• Contribute to the wider school community and extra-curricular life.
• Be committed to maintaining the high standards at Canon Burrows CE Primary School.
• Implement agreed school policies and guidelines.
• Support initiatives decided by the Headteacher and staff.
• Plan appropriately to meet the needs of all pupils.
• Keep appropriate and efficient records, integrating formative and summative assessment into weekly and termly planning;
• Promote excellent behaviour and attitudes to learning in line with the school's values and behaviour policy.
• Lead, organise and direct support staff within the classroom.
• Be responsible for managing an area of the curriculum.

Job description

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract From January Until 31st August 2027

Contract Reason: Vacancy Cover

Salary: MPR £32,916 - UPR £51,048 (part-time and job-share arrangements will be considered)

Hours Per Week: Full time 100%

Base Location: Canon Burrows CE Primary School

Assessment Date: Friday 4th December 2026

Canon Burrows CE Primary School is a 2-form entry Christian school located in Ashton Under Lyne, Tameside. We are proud of our long withstanding sustainable Education Curriculum as well as calm and engaged children who take an active role in all aspects of school life.

Our vision at Canon Burrows is based on the premise that each person is made in the image of God and is special, precious and unique. We will provide an inspirational context where each person will develop morally, spiritually, academically and physically to their full potential.

Canon Burrows offers:

• A supportive, friendly and collaborative staff team
• Dedicated PPA and robust CPD opportunities
• Flexibility in working arrangements we welcome applications from candidates looking for either full-time or a well-structured part-time/job share arrangement

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, reflective and dedicated Year 2 Teacher to join our team.

The Class Teacher will:

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Maintain the positive ethos and core values of our church school, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Assess, track, and record pupil progress to ensure every child reaches their full potential.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment in accordance with our behaviour and safeguarding policies.
• Collaborate effectively with year-group colleagues, SENDCO and parents.
• Contribute to the wider school community and extra-curricular life.
• Be committed to maintaining the high standards at Canon Burrows CE Primary School.
• Implement agreed school policies and guidelines.
• Support initiatives decided by the Headteacher and staff.
• Plan appropriately to meet the needs of all pupils.
• Keep appropriate and efficient records, integrating formative and summative assessment into weekly and termly planning;
• Promote excellent behaviour and attitudes to learning in line with the school's values and behaviour policy.
• Lead, organise and direct support staff within the classroom.
• Be responsible for managing an area of the curriculum.

Further information about the school is available from the school website here https://www.canonburrows.co.uk/.

Canon Burrows C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Prior to interview, the completion of an Employment Self-Declaration and Disclosure Form is required and the school will complete online checks as per Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) to support Safer Recruitment.

The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced clearance by the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, please contact the school office on 0161 330 4755 or [e-mail] to arrange a visit.

Supporting Documents

• Teacher job description and person specification
• Teacher self declaration
• Teacher application form