Class Teacher

St James’ Catholic Primary School

St James’ Road

Orrell

Wigan

WN5 7AA

Qualified Teacher Pay Scale

Full Time

Temporary to cover Maternity

Required for September 2026

This is a fixed-term position to provide cover during a period of maternity leave and any subsequent shared parental leave. The appointment will continue until the substantive postholder returns to work, and therefore the end date cannot be specified in advance. Reasonable notice will be given of the end of the contract.

The Governors of our successful, happy, high achieving school are seeking to appoint an effective, enthusiastic and committed teacher to work as part of our successful Team.

This is an exciting position for an inspirational, innovative and driven teacher to work within our forward thinking school- the post is likely to be in KS2.

Applicants should state their curriculum strengths, any areas of expertise with regards to subject leadership as well as stating what after school clubs they have run and would be prepared to run.

We are looking for someone who will:

• Demonstrate outstanding practice and have high expectations across all aspects of pupil achievement
• Have a passion for teaching with the ability to plan and deliver inspiring lessons
• Have the skills to ensure that all children are suitably challenged
• Be able to consistently provide high quality learning opportunities as well as high quality pastoral support to all pupils
• Be able to work in partnership, and communicate effectively, with pupils, parents, governors and staff
• Have energy, resilience, enthusiasm, a sense of humour and excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
• Be flexible in their approach, open to new ideas and be a team player
• Be willing to play a role in the wider life of the school

We can offer:

• Friendly, hardworking, well behaved and enthusiastic children
• A highly committed, skilled and knowledgeable staff team
• A supportive and committed governing body
• A vibrant, supportive school community
• An unwavering commitment to your continued professional development

The appointed teacher will be expected to fully support the Catholic ethos of the school.

We welcome applications from teachers with a range of experience from ECT’s right the way through to experienced teachers.

Application Packs can be obtained as follows:

• downloaded from the school website www.orrellsaintjames.wigan.sch.uk
• via email: enquiries@admin.orrellsaintjames.wigan.sch.uk

Application forms are returnable to the Headteacher Mr G Hayes at the school. If emailing your application then please email to enquiries@admin.orrellsaintjames.wigan.sch.uk

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school office to book an appointment at one of the following times:

• Monday 6th July at 4pm
• Tuesday 7th July at 10am

If you require any further information, please contact the school on Tel: 01942 748455 E-mail: enquiries@admin.orrellsaintjames.wigan.sch.uk Website: www.orrellsaintjames.wigan.sch.uk

Closing Date: Thursday 9th July at 11.59pm

Interviews: Monday 13th July 2026 (this will include a lesson observation and a formal interview)

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

Wigan Council, Liverpool Archdiocese and the School Governing Body are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

To view the details relating to this position and to access the application form, please click the links below: