3 days remaining to apply

  • Earliest start date

    1 September 2026

  • Latest start date

    31 August 2027

  • Closing date

    12 June 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    9 June 2026

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 2

Working pattern

Full time: Monday - Friday 27.5hrs a week

Contract type

Fixed term - 1 Year Leadership Release and staffing restructure due a review in PAN

Pay scale

M1-U3

What skills and experience we're looking for

As a Class Teacher at Shawclough, you will:

  • Deliver a broad, balanced, and engaging curriculum tailored to meet the needs of your pupils, aligned with the National Curriculum and school policies.
  • Foster a positive, stimulating classroom environment where pupils feel safe, motivated, and inspired to reach their full potential.
  • Collaborate closely with colleagues, teaching assistants, and leadership to share best practice and support pupil progress.
  • Monitor and assess pupil development, setting clear targets and providing constructive feedback.
  • Play a full role in the pastoral care of pupils, promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing.
  • Contribute actively to the life of the school community, embracing our ethos and supporting school events and initiatives.
  • Engage in your own professional development, continuously enhancing your teaching skills and educational knowledge.

This role offers a unique chance to shape young minds in a supportive setting that values innovation and teamwork.

About You

We are looking for a reflective, motivated teacher who:

  • Is committed to creating an inclusive and dynamic learning environment that meets the diverse needs of pupils.
  • Demonstrates strong communication skills and builds positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
  • Has a passion for delivering high-quality teaching that challenges and excites pupils.
  • Is eager to develop professionally and contribute to whole-school improvement.
  • Embraces the values of Shawclough, including respect, kindness, and a commitment to equality and diversity.
  • Is adaptable, collaborative, and dedicated to making a positive impact on every pupil’s learning journey.

Whether you are an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher ready to grow, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming team here.


What the school offers its staff

  • A friendly and inclusive school community that values wellbeing and professional growth.
  • Opportunities for ongoing professional development and collaboration.
  • The chance to shape and innovate curriculum delivery in a forward-thinking environment.
  • Supportive leadership committed to staff development and pupil success.
  • A school ethos centred on care, respect, and high expectations for all.

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.

The Headteacher and Governors are looking for an outstanding practitioner to join Shawclough Primary from September 2026 on its journey of continuous improvement. We strongly recommend visiting the school before applying

At Shawclough, we believe every child deserves an education that not only challenges and inspires but also supports their wellbeing and development as confident, independent learners. If you are ready to contribute your skills, creativity, and energy to a school that values collaboration, inclusion, and continuous growth, we would love to hear from you.

About Shawclough Community Primary School

Located in Rochdale, Shawclough Community Primary is a welcoming, inclusive school committed to fostering a safe and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and personally. Our vision is to ignite the love of learning in every pupil, helping them become creative thinkers, effective participators, reflective learners, self-managers, and independent enquirers.

We actively promote equality, diversity, and wellbeing as fundamental to our ethos. Our school community works closely with parents and external partners to ensure every child feels valued and supported. As we continue to develop our curriculum and teaching practises, we strive to meet the individual needs of all pupils and prepare them for future success.

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 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 Shawclough Community Primary School

School type
Local authority maintained schools, Does not apply, ages 2 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
School size
444 pupils enrolled
Age range
2 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01706647991

Arranging a visit to Shawclough Community Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email fcalleja@shawclough.rochdale.sch.uk.

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