Teacher - 32.5

Job title: Class Teacher (1.0)

Contract: Permanent      

School: St Anne’s CofE Lydgate Primary School, Cedar Lane, Grasscroft, Saddleworth, OL4 4DS

Directorate: Forward as One CE Multi Academy Trust

Reporting to: Head Teacher

Salary: Main Scale M1 – M6

Hours: 32.5 hours/week, Full-Time

Start Date: January 2027

Closing Date: 12th October 2026 – 12 noon

We are seeking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic classroom teacher who has the passion to create wonderful learning opportunities. We are seeking an inspirational classroom teacher to join our forward-thinking, outstanding staff team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate team who are determined to ensure each child and adult reaches their full potential.

Are you willing to make a difference? 

We are looking for someone who:

1. Is an outstanding classroom practitioner
2. Has an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the curriculum
3. Is able to work well in a team and motivate others
4. Is able to contribute to raising standards and evidencing impact
5. Inspires a love of learning
6. Has high expectations for themselves and all pupils
7. Can contribute to the wider life of our school community
8. Is committed to upholding the Christian character and vision of the school.

In return, we can offer:

1. A caring, warm and friendly school
2. A close working team with a desire to improve outcomes for pupils
3. A respected school with a strong Christian Ethos
4. Happy, well-balanced children who are willing to learn
5. Supportive and enthusiastic Governors, Staff and Parents
6. Continuing professional development opportunities
7. Collaboration and partnership with the Forward as One CE MAT trust schools and the professional development flightpath opportunities

Please send all queries and completed applications to [email removed]

Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed. These can be arranged by contacting the school office on [phone removed].

Safeguarding Statement: 

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, as part of our recruitment process we will carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates to identify any comment, image or other content that could cause reputational damage to the trust and/or give rise to a safeguarding concern. If we discover anything during our searches this will be passed on to the recruitment manager and discussed during interview. 

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS plus Children’s Barred List Check. 

Pre-employment checks will be undertaken before appointment is confirmed.