EYFS Class Teacher

EYFS Class Teacher

Full Time TPS

Start Date: September 2026

We are seeking to appoint a passionate, enthusiastic class teacher who will drive forward and inspire the learning and teaching in EYFS with real commitment to building strong foundations. St Matthew’s CE Primary School is a vibrant, successful and highly ambitious two-form entry school located in Chadderton, Oldham. The school has a strong and clear vision, inclusive Christian ethos and is at an exciting phase in its development which we would love you to be a part of! You can read more about us on our website which features our very strong OFSTED inspection report from October 2023.

Are you someone who can offer

• Commitment to personal professional development and supporting the development of a professional learning community within our multi-academy trust.
• Has a sound understanding of the EYFS framework
• Knowledge of early phonics and early reading development
• Has the ability to generate high levels of achievement/progress and high-quality children’s outcomes
• Is an effective team member with a positive attitude
• A commitment to making a positive difference to St. Matthew’s community
• A commitment to personal learning and professional development
• Commitment to personal professional development and supporting the development of a professional learning community within our multi-academy trust.

What we can offer:

• Our school is proud to offer-
• A happy and welcoming Christian environment
• An ethos where Inclusion is not an add-on, it is at the heart of everything we do
• Well behaved children who are a credit to our school and are enthusiastic to learn
• A commitment to quality CPD
• A strong, forward thinking leadership team
• Highly motivated, supportive and committed colleagues
• An engaged, supportive and effective governing body
• Close and well-established links with the local church and community

If you want to be part of shaping provision, strengthening practice and creating an environment where children flourish from the very start of their school journey, St Matthew’s would love to hear from you!

Working for St Matthew’s CE Primary means that you would be part of the Cranmer Education Trust, a successful, growing Trust which prides itself on looking after its people, offering a high level of support and access to expertise. This is an excellent time to join the team, as we develop collaborative structures and systems to enhance and support our growing family of schools.

Alongside St Matthew’s CE Primary the Trust is made up of primary and secondary schools across Oldham and Rochdale. The Trust also incorporates a teacher training school and the East Manchester Teaching Hub and a MFL hub, which support the training and development of new and existing teachers across the North West of England. For further details please visit https://careers.cranmereducationtrust.com/.

This position will be based at St. Matthew’s CE Primary but may from time to time require travel as necessary to collaborate with other schools which are all locally based.

We offer:

• Opportunities for professional development in a growing Trust
• A strong school community that places children, families and staff at the heart of everything we do.
• A supportive team who will work with and alongside you to achieve the very best
• Teachers career average pension scheme with a generous employer contribution

St. Matthew’s CE Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Cranmer Education Trust follows safer recruitment practices. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and appointment is therefore subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.

For further information please refer to:

• the Cranmer Education Trust’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy Trust Policies | Cranmer Education Trust
• The Trust’s statement on the employment of ex-offenders, in the vacancy Documents section.
• The job description and person specification for further information regarding the safeguarding responsibilities of the role.

Follow the link Cranmer Education Trust - Careers site to apply for this vacancy. Please note CVs are not accepted.

Closing Date: Monday 18th May 2026 at 9am

Interviews: Thursday 21st May 2026

The Cranmer Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer and will provide reasonable support to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process.