Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Up to 12 Months.

Contract Reason: Maternity Cover

Salary: MPR 1 £32,916 MPR 6 £45,352

Hours Per Week: 100%

Base Location: Stalyhill Infant School

Assessment Date: w/c 4th May 2026

Required from: September 2026


Temporary appointment of a Main Pay Scale, class teacher (Maternity leave cover)
From 1st September 2026

(Applications from ECTs are welcomed)


These posts are for EYFS/KS1 at Stalyhill Infant School, which is part of the Stalyhill Schools’ Federation.

The governors of the Stalyhill School’s Federation are seeking to appoint a class teacher who is;

  • Passionate determined to do whatever it takes to make a positive difference to the outcomes for all children.
  • Reflective displaying a commitment to the continual development and improvement of teaching and learning, acknowledging themselves as a learner.
  • Creative with strong subject knowledge and the ability to adapt the curriculum in an engaging and exciting way.
  • Effective with a track record of highly effective teaching and learning
  • Resilient able to navigate obstacles and challenges to provide the very best education for children.

In return, we can offer you;

  • A vibrant, ambitious and outward facing school community with a clear ethos and culture of learning.
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities including peer-coaching opportunities.
  • A supportive leadership team and colleagues
  • Children and families that highly value education and support our ethos.
  • High quality partnership working with our Junior School
  • Opportunities for middle and senior leadership experience
  • Participation in the Early Career Framework programme for ECTs

The Stalyhill Schools’ Federation is committed to safer recruitment practices and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and it expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Completed TMBC application forms are to be returned to the school by email to admin@stalyhill-inf.tameside.sch.uk or by post.

Closing Date for applications: Friday 24th April 2026 12.00 noon

Shortlisting: Wednesday 29th April 2026

Interviews & observations: Week commencing 4th May 2026


Prospective candidates are welcome to visit the school prior to making an application, please contact the school office to book a visit - 01457 76359

Supporting Documents

Teacher person specification
Teacher Job description
Teacher Application form

Location

Stalyhill Drive, Stalybridge, Tameside, SK15 2TR, United Kingdom

Job ID

1532