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Classroom Teacher

St Ambrose Barlow RC Primary School

Wigan

Full Time

Qualified Teachers Pay Scale

Permanent

Expires 15/10/2025

About the Role

Saint Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School

Manchester Road

Astley

M29 7DY

Qualified Teachers Pay Scale

Full Time Teacher

Required for January 2026

The Governors are looking to appoint a passionate, inspirational, and enthusiastic Class Teacher to join our vibrant, cheerful school. This is a unique opportunity for an individual to teach our Year 4 class for the final two terms of the year before moving to a Year 6 class from September 2026.
We welcome applications from both Early Career Teachers and experienced teachers.
Please specify in your application your strengths, interests, and experience, including teaching, research/evidence-informed practice, and subject leader experience (if applicable).
As part of the school team, you will:

  • work with happy and enthusiastic children
  • work within a caring, welcoming atmosphere
  • be part of an excellent team of staff and governors
  • enjoy being part of a well-resourced school
  • develop and enjoy a commitment to personal and professional development

The successful candidate will:

  • have high expectations of all children and be a positive role model
  • be committed to finding the best in everyone and building pupil confidence
  • have excellent communication skills and the ability to use their own initiative to lead learning
  • can meet deadlines and prioritise workload
  • can create a learning environment that is safe, stimulating, and matches the interests of the pupils
  • have some interests outside of teaching to help promote well-being

School visits are encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01942 883912 to arrange a date and time, or via the office email: [email protected].

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. This post is subject to a fully enhanced DBS check.

Applications forms are returnable to the school

If you require any further information, please contact the school on Tel: 01942 883912 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.saintambrosebarlow.co.uk

Interview date: 23/10/2025

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

The employer is committed to safeguarding

To view the details relating to this position and to access the application form, please click the links below:

Job Description
Person Specification
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Childcare Disqualification Requirements
Application Form

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Location

Manchester Road, Astley, Wigan, M29 7DY

Job Reference: 002048