13 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 September 2026

  • Closing date

    15 June 2026 at 3pm

  • Date listed

    2 June 2026

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2

Working pattern

Full time: Monday to Friday 27.5 hours per week

Contract type

Fixed term - One-year fixed term contract, with the potential be become permanent based on individual performance and the evolving needs of the school.

Pay scale

M1 - M2 depending on ECT Stage

What skills and experience we're looking for

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for enthusiastic teachers who:

  • Are passionate about working with children
  • Have high expectations for all learners
  • Are reflective and open to feedback
  • Value inclusion and understand the importance of adapting teaching to meet need
  • Are committed to being part of a team and contributing positively to school life

What the school offers its staff

What We Offer ECTs

  • A supportive and well-structured ECT induction programme
  • A dedicated mentor and induction tutor
  • A school culture rooted in kindness, professionalism and shared responsibility
  • Opportunities to develop your practice within a strong, reflective team
  • A genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and manageable workload

We particularly welcome applications from ECTs who are excited to begin their career in a school where inclusion, teamwork and professional growth truly matter.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

ECT Teaching Opportunities – KS2, KS1 & Early Years

We are delighted to offer three exciting Early Career Teacher opportunities to join our caring, ambitious and inclusive school community from September.

We are recruiting:

  • 1 × Key Stage 2 ECT
  • 1 × Key Stage 1 ECT
  • 1 × Early Years ECT

These posts are offered on a one-year fixed term contract, with the potential to become permanent based on individual performance and the evolving needs of the school.

Please visit our website to find out more about our school and the positive ethos we create.

Visits to the school are welcomed and all visits will be arranged on request, please call the school office to make an appointment.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As part of our safer recruitment process:
• All appointments will be subject to enhanced DBS checks (including barred list)
• Online searches as part of due diligence will be undertaken
• References will be sought and carefully scrutinised
• We will explore candidates’ motivation to work with children and their understanding of safeguarding throughout the recruitment process
We are looking for staff who demonstrate a clear commitment to keeping children safe and who always uphold professional boundaries.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About Irk Valley Community School

School type
Local authority maintained schools, Does not apply, ages 3 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
School size
459 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report

About Irk Valley Community School 


We are a school where relationships sit at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to ensuring every child is known, supported and challenged to succeed—academically, socially and emotionally. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and the strength of our staff team, who work collaboratively and thoughtfully to meet the needs of every pupil. 


Arranging a visit to Irk Valley Community School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email f.buchanan@irkvalley.manchester.sch.uk.

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