Temporary Teacher x 2 (EYFS and LKS2)

Grade: Teachers Main Pay / UPR

Contract Type: Temporary

Hours: Full Time

Working Pattern: All Year Round

Actual Salary: £32,916 - £51,048

Interview Date: EYFS 6^th May 2026 and LKS2 8^th May 2026

The Governors, staff and children of Hamer Community Primary School are seeking to appoint two temporary enthusiastic Class Teachers to join us at our vibrant, happy and caring school from 1^st September 2026. One post will be in EYFS and one in our LKS2, so some experience in these phases would be advantageous.

The successful candidate will:

• be passionate about learning and be able to demonstrate a commitment to the aims, purpose and ethos of our diverse school
• be driven to promote the very best outcomes for all
• be a highly motivated and reflective practitioner, keen to build on their learning and experiences to date
• understand the value of teamwork, seeking to build effective relationships with the whole school, parents and outside agencies.

In return, we can offer you:

• the opportunity to be part of a friendly and supportive team of staff, parents and Governors
• the opportunity to be part of strong collaborative of schools known as the Connect Collaborative
• a commitment to high quality professional development
• the opportunity to work with the fabulous children of Hamer Primary School.

To apply for this position, please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to office@hamer.rochdale.sch.uk by midday on Thursday 22^nd May 2025.

If you meet the requirements of the person specification and are keen to make a difference to the learning experiences of our children, we would welcome your application.

The closing date for application is: Monday 27^th April 2026 (12.00 midnight)

Shortlisting will take place on: Wednesday 29^th and Thursday 30^th April 2026.

Interviews and lesson observations will take place on: Wednesday 6^th May for the EYFS post and Friday 8^th May 2026 for the LKS2 post.

Visits to school are encouraged and can be arranged by emailing mhaworth@hamer.rochdale.sch.uk.

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.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.

This is a temporary contract to cover maternity leave.