Class Teacher - Year 5

Moss Park Primary School, Manchester, M32 9HR

19 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  11 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  23 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (583)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - Two terms - from 1st January 2027 to 31st August 2027
• Pay scale: M1 to M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a teacher to join our upper school team at Moss Park Primary School.

This post is suitable for outstanding teachers who can demonstrate a determination and drive to ensure pupils from all groups learn and make good or better progress.

Moss Park Primary is a warm and welcoming school which is committed to the welfare and personal development of its pupils via our school values of Friendship, Teamwork, Perseverance and Respect. All staff strive to bring out the best in each child and have high expectations of academic achievement and behaviour.

For this post we are looking for a teacher who:

• Can demonstrate excellent classroom practice with experience in Key Stage 2
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management
• Demonstrates strong skills in adaptive and inclusive teaching
• Is able to inspire, challenge and motivate all learners
• Is hardworking, resilient and well organised
• Is committed to their professional development, both individually and as part of the team
• Is willing to engage in all aspects of school life

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• Well behaved and motivated children who are keen to learn
• Enthusiastic and talented staff colleagues who thrive on teamwork
• Supportive parents who work with the school to ensure the best for their child
• Leaders and governors who are committed to your professional development
• Well-resourced, attractive classrooms and outdoor learning environment

Visits to the school are welcomed and candidates are invited to tour the school with a member of the Senior Leadership Team on Monday 2nd November and Monday 9th November at 4.30 pm. Please confirm your attendance by sending an email to admin@mossparkprimary.co.uk with your name and contact number.

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

Moss Park Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and we expect all staff to share the same commitment. References will be sought for shortlisted candidates before interview. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check with Children’s Barred List information and other pre-employment statutory checks. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As part of our due diligence in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026 guidance (para 301), we may undertake online searches on all shortlisted candidates.

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.

Teacher Job Description 2026.pdf - 232 KB (opens in new tab)

Teacher Person Specification 2026.pdf - 196 KB (opens in new tab)

About Moss Park Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 464 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Moss Park Primary School website
• Email address: admin@mossparkprimary.co.uk
• Phone number: 0161 864 1710
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/moss-park-junior-school

Moss Park Primary School serves a rich and diverse community. It is a warm and welcoming school which is committed to the welfare and personal development of its pupils. All staff strive to bring out the best in each child and have high expectations of academic achievement and behaviour. Our pupils are wonderful to work with.

Arranging a visit to Moss Park Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@mossparkprimary.co.uk.

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