Y6 Class Teacher

Lancashire County Council; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority in Preston is seeking an experienced Y6 Class Teacher to join a supportive team at Fishwick Primary School from April 2026 or sooner. The role requires a secure knowledge of both the KS1 and KS2 curricula and the ability to meet diverse children's learning needs. With small class sizes and a dedicated teaching environment, this permanent position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a community characterized by socio-economic challenges. Applications are welcome from qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent.
• Qualified Teacher Status.
• Successful completion of NQT period or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Teach Y6 class and have curriculum responsibility for English.
• Support children with diverse learning needs.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and engage parents.

Job description

Y6 CLASS TEACHER

Ref 198933

Grade TEACHERS PAY RANGE

Term Full Time

Perm / Temp Permanent

Required From April 2026 or sooner

Closing Date 19/01/2026

• Welcome Letter (136 KB)
• Person Specification (60 KB)
• Job Description (58 KB)
• DBS Information (36 KB)
• Disclosure & Barring Service Info (38 KB)

Location

PRESTON FISHWICK PRIMARY SCHOOL

Downing Street , Preston , Lancashire , PR1 4RH

Tel: [phone]

School website: www.fishwick.lancs.sch.uk

Roll: 160

Information

Dare to dream. work hard to achieve

The Governors of Fishwick Primary School are looking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic teacher who can join our dedicated and caring team from April 2026 or sooner if possible.

Fishwick Primary is a small school situated in East Preston, with good links to the M6. The area in which our school is set is characterised by a high level of social-economic deprivation, but we work hard to actively create a warm, happy atmosphere that enables our children to feel secure and to work towards their individual goals.

The successful candidate will have secure knowledge of both the KS1 and KS2 curriculum. They will also be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of how all children's learning needs are best met.

This is a permanent position, initially in a Y6 class with curriculum responsibility for English. At Fishwick we can offer small class sizes, currently 18 in Y6, amazing children and a supportive team.

We would strongly recommend that any potential candidates arrange a visit to school.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Essential Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent
• Qualified Teacher Status
• Successful completion of NQT period or equivalent.

Desirable Qualifications

• Recent relevant safeguarding training

Essential Experience

• Experience of teaching across the primary age range
• Experience of working with children with SEN and behavioural difficulties.
• Working with teaching assistants and deploying effectively to support teaching and learning.
• Engaging and working with parents and the wider community.
• Experience of effecting change in teaching and learning or in the curriculum at classroom level
• Raising attainment

Desirable Experience

• Experience of teaching Y6
• Experience of effecting change iead English across the school
• Leading a curriculum area at whole school level

Proposed Interview Date: TBA

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: [e-mail]

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