Class Teacher

Wheatley Lane Methodist Primary School, Burnley, Lancashire, BB12 9ED

28 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  20 April 2026 at 1pm

• Date listed

  20 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (FTE) Main Pay Scale

Class Teacher job summary

Wheatley Lane School are seeking to appoint two excellent, passionate and experienced class teachers who bring energy, determination and an unwavering commitment to nurturing every child's potential, guided by our vision: "With God's help, we do all we can to be the best we can be".

Job Title: Class Teacher (One KS1 & One KS2)

Salary: Main Pay Scale

Working Pattern: Full Time

Required From: September 2026

Contract: Permanent

Employer: Epworth Education Trust

Based at: Wheatley Lane Methodist School

We are looking for an excellent teacher who:

- Will maintain the exceptionally high standards of teaching and learning established at the school, whilst effectively implementing the most current teaching strategies.

- Demonstrates high standards of positive behaviour management.

- Has excellent knowledge of teaching phonics and ensuring strong foundations (KS1 post)

- Has a successful record of effective, creative and outstanding teaching.

- Has the ability to support and challenge our amazing children, whilst nurturing and meeting their needs and learning behaviours to prepare them for their future learning journey.

- Will demonstrate excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.

- Will be an active member of our school team and contribute to the school’s Christian and nurturing ethos.

- Will be able to lead a curriculum subject across the school.

- Will promote collaboration, partnership and meaningful links with all members of our community.

- Is flexible in their approach, open to new ideas and must be a team player who is passionate about teaching.

In return our Trust and its school offers you:

Supportive parents and a welcoming local community

A strong and supportive leadership team with a clear sense of strategic vision

A supportive and highly committed staff with high expectations, who are willing to help each other.

Well resourced, safe and stimulating learning environments

Strong working partnerships within the Trust

Pupils with positive attitudes to learning, who are hardworking, caring and proud to attend their school.

The opportunity to make a difference.

An enthusiastic and supportive Governing Body

The support of a strong and skilled Trust Central Team

Pension scheme

Wellbeing Day

Tech and Cycle salary sacrifice schemes as well as other discount schemes.

Access to Employment Assistance Programme

Access to training opportunities and professional development

Applicants are welcome to come and visit school. Please contact the school on 01282 617214 to arrange this or if you would like to discuss the role further please contact recruitment@wheatleylane.epworthtrust.org.uk

Please specify which post you are applying for (KS1 or KS2) or both.

Closing date: 20/04/2026

Short listing: 21/04/2026

Observations: WC 27/04/2026 (In Own Setting)

Interviews: WC 27/04/2026

The main base for the role will be at Wheatley Lane Methodist School.

This post involves working with children, young people or vulnerable adults and is therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

This post is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures. Epworth Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

At the Epworth Education Trust we recognise our moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all children. We work to provide a safe and welcoming environment where children are respected and valued. We are alert to the signs of abuse and neglect and follow our procedures to ensure that children receive effective support, protection and justice. The procedures contained in our Safeguarding Policy apply to all staff, volunteers and governors. Our child protection policy can be read here: Home | Wheatley Lane Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School

We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race.

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.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Wheatley Lane Methodist Primary School

• School type: Academy, Methodist, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 208 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Wheatley Lane Methodist Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/wheatley-lane-methodist-primary-school

Wheatley Lane Methodist Primary School is a one-form entry primary located in the village of Fence, Burnley. It is a loving and inclusive family rooted in Christian Values and a nurturing ethos. We provide a positive learning environment for up to 210 children, where they can all achieve their full potential in a successful and flourishing school.

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