Teacher Y2
Westleigh St Paul's CofE Primary School, Leigh, Lancashire, WN7 5JN6 days remaining to apply
Start date details
January 2027
Closing date
11 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
5 November 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term - January 2027 - July 2027 - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS (depending on experience)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Year 2 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)
January - July 2027 (Fixed Term Contract)
Salary: MPS/UPS (depending on experience) Contract Type: Full-time, Fixed Term (Maternity Cover) Start Date: January 2027 Closing Date: 11th November 2026 Interviews: 25th November 2026
Join Our Team
We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and highly motivated teacher to join our friendly and supportive school community as a Year 2 Class Teacher to cover a maternity leave from January to July 2027.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate practitioner who is committed to ensuring that every child achieves their full potential. We are looking for someone who can provide high-quality teaching, inspire a love of learning and contribute positively to the wider life of the school.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
- Has Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Demonstrates excellent classroom practice and high expectations for all pupils.
- Has a secure understanding of the Key Stage 1 curriculum and assessment requirements.
- Is committed to providing an inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.
- Has strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
- Is reflective, enthusiastic and committed to their own professional development.
- Works well as part of a team and is willing to contribute to school life beyond the classroom.
What the school offers its staff
We Can Offer:
- Wonderful children who are eager to learn and achieve.
- A welcoming, caring and supportive staff team.
- Strong leadership and a commitment to staff wellbeing.
- Opportunities for professional development and collaboration.
- A positive and inclusive school community where every child is valued.
Visits to the School
Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school to meet our pupils and staff and learn more about our vision and values.
Safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS clearance, online checks and other pre-employment checks in line with safer recruitment requirements.
Further information about the job
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 Westleigh St Paul's CofE Primary School
- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 205 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- e.hazeldine@westleighsaintpauls.wigan.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01942 672611
Arranging a visit to Westleigh St Paul's CofE Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email e.hazeldine@westleighsaintpauls.wigan.sch.uk.
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