Ref: 001528

Class Teacher

Salary: Mainscale or UPS with QTS

Location: South Failsworth Primary School, Paddock Lane, Manchester, M35 0NY

Start Date: 1st September 2026 31st August 2027 (Fixed Term)


The governors of this successful and popular primary school would like to appoint a suitable candidate to a full-time teaching position.


What we are looking for:

If you are a teacher who is passionate about teaching and learning as well as being highly reflective about your practice then we would love to hear from you. This is an ideal opportunity to nurture and develop as a teacher and to be part of a committed and dedicated team. The governors would like to encourage candidates to apply who have teaching preferences in any department - Early Years, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2. We will place the successful candidate depending on their strengths and experience. We welcome applications from both early career teachers and experienced teachers.


We want someone who:

  • models outstanding whole class teaching and learning
  • is committed to safeguarding children and families
  • demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • is an effective team member with high expectations of themselves and all learners
  • is an excellent role model and has a positive outlook
  • demonstrates flexibility and the capacity to adapt to change


We can offer you:

  • wonderful children who are eager to learn
  • high quality professional development opportunities
  • excellent partnerships between children, all staff, families, governors and the community
  • extensive grounds with great potential for learning opportunities
  • a warm, welcoming, caring and inclusive ethos


Prospective candidates are warmly invited to contact and/or visit school and speak to the Business Manager on 0161 681 6351.

Please return completed application forms to Perri Kilroy, Business Manager, perri.kilroy@southfailsworth.oldham.sch.uk


Closing Date: Tuesday 9 June 2026 at 12pm

Shortlisting Date: Tuesday 9 June 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 11 and Friday 12 June 2026


Supporting Documents

Application Form
Job Description & Person Specification
Right To Work

Location

Paddock Lane, Failsworth, Oldham, M35 0NY, United Kingdom

Job ID

1549