Year 3 Teacher

Year 3 Teacher - September 2026

Full-time September 2026 - April 2027

130 - 180 per day depending on experience and qualifications

A friendly and supportive primary school in the Oldham area is seeking a Year 3 Teacher to join their team from September 2026 on a full-time maternity cover contract until April 2027. The school is ideally located for commuters, with excellent transport links from North Manchester, Rochdale, Tameside, Saddleworth and surrounding Greater Manchester areas.

This is a fantastic opportunity for either an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking to gain valuable experience in a supportive environment or an experienced teacher seeking a rewarding role within a welcoming school community.

• Teaching a Year 3 class from September 2026 until April 2027
• Planning and delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
• Creating a positive and supportive classroom environment
  
  Assessing and monitoring pupil progress
• Working collaboratively with teaching assistants and colleagues
• Contributing to the wider life of the school

• Welcoming and inclusive primary school community
• Supportive senior leadership team
• Collaborative and friendly staff culture
• Strong focus on pupil wellbeing and achievement
• Well-established routines and positive behaviour culture
• Easily accessible location with excellent commuter links across Greater Manchester
• Supportive classroom support staff and resources available

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching within Key Stage 2
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Passion for creating engaging learning opportunities
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents
• Enthusiastic, committed and adaptable approach to teaching

• Competitive daily pay rates
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and welcoming school environment
• Full-time maternity cover role from September 2026 to April 2027
• Access to a range of professional development opportunities

The successful candidate will have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines. An enhanced DBS check will be required as part of our commitment to ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all.