Classroom Teacher
St James' Church of England Primary School, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL12 9JW9 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
10 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
1 May 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS - UPS
What skills and experience we're looking for
PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES OF THE ROLE
Under the reasonable direction of the Headteacher, carry out the professional duties of a school teacher as set out in the current School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document.
Teach in accordance with the ethos, organisation and policies of the school as a fully committed member of the teaching team and as detailed in the specific duties below.
Safeguarding
Fulfil responsibilities and obligations in relation to the safeguarding of children.
To adhere to the Academy Trust rules and regulations relating to the use of IT, e-mail and intranet/internet access.
Health/Safety/Welfare
Responsibility for the safety and welfare of self, colleagues and students in accordance with the Health and Safety Policies of Watergrove Trust, and current legislation.
Values and Behaviours
Our mission is to be ever “Providing more” to the communities we serve, to enable life in all its fullness. Our Trust is enabled by a mutual interdependency within which we will always:
- Coach
- Challenge
- Innovate
Watergrove Trust has high expectations of its pupils and staff and we expect our employees to be aware of, and apply these values and behaviours at all times.
Responsibilities
The postholder must:
1. Perform his/her duties in accordance with the Equal Opportunities Policy.
Ensure that the Trust’s commitment to public service orientation and care of our customers is provided.
Be able to render regular and efficient service to undertake the duties of this post.
Principal Duties
Professional Duties
In each case having regard for the curriculum for the school:
To take responsibility for a full time teaching commitment and to plan, monitor and evaluate the work being undertaken;
To exemplify a good standard of classroom practice which meets the aims and objectives of the school;
To provide a stimulating classroom environment and to display children’s work to its best advantage;
To promote the individual development of each child in the class, by assessing and responding appropriately to their work, by planning clear learning objectives which are delivered through appropriate learning activities;
To identify and support children with special needs (children of high ability as well as those with learning, physical or behaviour problems), in accordance with school policy;
To develop effective communication systems, with other members of staff, to keep informed of information relevant to classroom management, effective teaching and learning and whole-school development
To lead staff meetings when necessary and to share management responsibilities as directed by Head of School
To undertake a specialist interest in at least 2 curriculum areas
Pastoral
To promote and foster the well-being, safety and all round development of the children;
To provide guidance and advice to pupils on educational and social matters, including information about sources of more expert advice on specific questions;
To establish appropriately high levels of expectation, including good standards of behaviour;
To promote among the children self-discipline and respect for the environment;
To make records of and reports on the personal and social needs of pupils;
To communicate with and consult with the parents/carers of pupils;
To communicate and co-operate with persons or bodies outside the school and to participate in meetings for any of the purposes described above
Assessments and Reports
To provide or contribute to oral and written assessments, reports and references relating to individual pupils and groups of pupils in accordance with school policy
Performance Management
To participate in the arrangements for the appraisal of teaching staff each year
Review, Further Training and Development
To continually review your methods of teaching and programmes of work;
To participate in arrangements for your further training and professional development as a teacher
Educational Methods
To advise and co-operate with the Headteacher and other teachers on the preparation and development of courses of study, teaching materials, teaching programmes, methods of teaching and assessment and pastoral arrangements
Health & Safety
To support the school’s Health and Safety Policy
To safeguard pupils when they are on the school premises and when they are engaged in authorised school activities elsewhere
Meetings
To participate in meetings which relate to communication with parents and/or support agencies;
To participate in meetings which relate to the school, its curriculum, administration or organisation including pastoral arrangements
To support PTA meetings and functions
Administration
To register attendance of pupils and supervise pupils, whether these duties are to be performed before, during or after school sessions;
To share responsibility for leading assemblies and to lead at least 1 class assembly per term which shares high quality class work with the school and with parent
Secondary Duties
1. Uphold the professional standards expected of every member of Trust staff in all dealings with colleagues, students, parents / carers and the wider community and adhere to the principles expressed in the aims of the Trust.
2. Work collaboratively across departments with colleagues and students to ensure the Academy and Trust operates as effectively as possible to achieve its aims. Develop collaborative working relationships with other managers and colleagues in the Trust.
3. To participate in programmes of training as a trainee and when required as a trainer facilitator. Actively contribute to the continued development of the Trust by attending training, participating in relevant meetings, and putting forward ideas for improvement. To demonstrate a commitment to self-review and professional development.
4. Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns as appropriate.
5. Maintain designated databases/files in accordance with Trust policies for data governance, as appropriate for the role.
6. To support and participate in team working across the Trust, including working within other areas/ schools as required in the light of operational needs of the Trust and to facilitate the career development of the post holder. Prepare and contribute to Trust wide development by sharing best practice and professional feedback.
7. To undertake duties as part of the team rota - To act as a team member and undertake general office duties as and when required to support the overall service delivery to the academies, students and families. Be a positive, collaborative team member.
8. To undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature commensurate with the level of responsibility that may be allocated periodically, as may be determined from time to time by the Headteacher (or nominated representative) in consultation with the postholder (and if he/she so wishes, with his/her Trade Union representative).
9. The postholder's duties must at all times be carried out in compliance with the Trust’s Equal Opportunities Policy and other policies designed to protect employees or service users from harassment.
a) Take reasonable care of the health and safety of self, other persons and resources whilst at work.
b) Cooperate with management of the trust as far as is necessary to enable the responsibilities placed upon the trust under the Health and Safety at Work Act to be performed, eg operate safe working practices including both mental and physical wellbeing.
c) It is the duty of the postholder not to act in a prejudicial or discriminatory manner towards employees. The postholder should also counteract such practice or behaviour by challenging or reporting it.
10. To attend and participate in meetings as required.
11. Play a full part in the life of the Academy community, supporting our ethos and values encouraging staff and students to follow this example.
12. Support the Academy and the Trust in meeting our legal requirements for worship.
13. Actively promote the Academy and Watergrove Trust corporate policies.
What the school offers its staff
The opportunity to join a hardworking, dedicated team who have a committed desire to deliver improvement across the school.
Excellent CPD with supportive and collaborative improvement networks across the Watergrove Trust
Enthusiastic, inquisitive, and friendly children
A commitment to your professional development
We are a family-friendly employer and happy to discuss flexible working options #HappyToTalkFlex.
Flexible working opportunities
We are a family-friendly employer and happy to discuss flexible working options
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background checks and usual satisfactory pre-employment clearances.
The Watergrove Trust values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About St James' Church of England Primary School
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 214 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- St James' Church of England Primary School website
- Email address
- people@watergrovetrust.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01706 436350
We are a school community that is ‘Committed to Excellence’ in all aspects of our work. We strive for the best possible academic outcomes for all children and deliver an engaging curriculum full of exciting opportunities. Most importantly, we work tirelessly with families to create children that we are proud to say are from St James’.
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