Class Teacher

Grade: Teachers Main Pay / UPR

Contract Type: Temporary

Hours: Full Time

Working Pattern: All Year Round

Actual Salary: £32,916 - £51,048

Interview Date: Week Commencing 22^nd June 2026

SHAWCLOUGH COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL

CLASS TEACHER 1 POST

The Headteacher and Governors are looking for an outstanding practitioner to join Shawclough Primary from September 2026 on its journey of continuous improvement. We strongly recommend visiting the school before applying

1 Posts -in Rainbow

We are looking for an individual who can motivate and inspire at all levels. Whilst the post is advertised as a temporary contract there is potential for it to be made permanent in the future.

The successful candidate will have:

• The ability to further develop and enhance the high standards of teaching and learning.
• High expectations for the achievement of every child and member of the staff team.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of assessment and pupil progress.

In return we offer you:

• An exciting and challenging professional opportunity to join a highly experienced team.
• A dedicated, hardworking and highly skilled team of teachers and support staff.
• Committed and supportive Governors.
• A strong, effective and experienced senior leadership team.
• Good achievement and standards.
• A friendly, happy and supportive atmosphere.
• A commitment to your continuous professional development.

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to fcalleja@shawclough.rochdale.sch.uk by 11:59pm on 21^st June 2026.

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 2025.

This is a temporary contract pending a staffing restructure and will end on 31^st August 2027.