KS1 teacher

Prenton Primary School, Prenton, Merseyside, CH43 0RQ

21 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  2 June 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  7 May 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - In the first instance 2 terms or until original post holder returns - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: M1 to M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Headteacher and Governing Body of Primary School are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and effective teacher to join our team.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the next generation of young people; fostering academic excellence and spiritual growth in a supportive environment.

ECT teachers are welcome to apply for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality lessons in line with the National Curriculum, ensuring that all students receive an engaging and adaptive learning experience.
• Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment where children are encouraged to develop academically, socially, and emotionally.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing regular feedback and adapting teaching to meet the needs of individual learners.
• Work closely with colleagues, parents, and support staff to create a collaborative approach to student development.
• Contribute to the wider school community, including extracurricular activities, school trips, and special events.
• Support the school’s ethos and values, promoting respect, kindness, and achievement.

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate a love of learning and be prepared to make a strong commitment to the Prenton Primary ethos across all aspects of school life.
• Have excellent communication skills and experience in curriculum development.
• Be committed to ensuring every child’s safety and equality of opportunity for all.
• Have professional integrity and be honest and trustworthy, able to deliver the best for every child.
• Be able to maintain high standards across the school and shape exciting future developments.
• Demonstrate resilience when adapting to an ever-changing educational and social landscape.
• In return, we offer the opportunity to be part of a thriving community school and an excellent team that is proud of its achievements.

Key Attributes:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience in teaching within a primary school setting.
• A strong understanding of the National Curriculum and assessment procedures.
• Passion for teaching and a commitment to nurturing each child’s potential.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A positive, flexible attitude and a willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school.
• An understanding of how to create an inclusive classroom environment where all children feel valued.

What the school offers its staff

The children, staff and community of Prenton Primary School make up an energetic, warm and welcoming team. We value each member of our school community and look forward to welcoming a successful candidate who demonstrates consistently high standards, a caring approach and a passion to share their skills with both staff and children.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic school environment where you can make a significant impact on the lives of all of our children.

What Prenton Primary School can offer you;

-A warm and welcoming environment.

-Fun-loving, kind, caring and engaging children.

-A supportive team to work within.

-A dedicated and supportive Governing Body.

-Ongoing CPD opportunities.

Further details about the role

School visits are warmly welcomed and are available by appointment for either Tuesday 20th May at 4:00pm or Wednesday 21st May at 4:00pm.

Please arrange by calling theschool office on 0151 608 2958.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applying for the job

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to schooloffice@prentonprimary.wirral.sch.uk

CVs are not accepted.

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.

Additional documents

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

JD KS1 teacher mat leave cover.pdf - 289 KB (opens in new tab)

KS1 teacher m23.pdf - 151 KB (opens in new tab)

About Prenton Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 393 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Prenton Primary School website
• Email address: schooloffice@prentonprimary.wirral.sch.uk
• Phone number: 0151 608 2958
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/prenton-primary-school

We are a thriving community school with an excellent team of staff.
Our school has a positive and supportive governing body.
The pupils are keen to learn and we are proud to celebrate all of their achievements.

Arranging a visit to Prenton Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email schooloffice@prentonprimary.wirral.sch.uk.

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