Primary Teacher

Primary Teacher - Leyland

Job Title: Primary Teacher
Location: Leyland
Length of Role: 2026/2027 Academic Year (Starting from October Half Term)
Pay Rate: Main Pay Scale (MPS)
Type of Setting: Mainstream Primary School

A highly supportive mainstream primary school in Leyland is looking to appoint an enthusiastic Primary Teacher to cover a maternity leave during the 2026/2027 academic year
. The role will commence from October half term and provides an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated teaching team.

The successful teacher will play a key role in ensuring pupils continue to receive an engaging and high-quality education throughout the academic year.

• Plan, prepare, and deliver outstanding lessons.
• Promote high expectations for behaviour and achievement.
• Assess and track pupil progress.
• Differentiate learning activities to support all abilities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external agencies.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive classroom environment.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Previous experience teaching within primary education.
• Strong knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies.
• Excellent behaviour management skills.
• Commitment to providing high-quality education for all pupils.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

• Paid in line with the Main Pay Scale.
• Full academic year maternity cover role.
• Welcoming and supportive school setting.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Excellent resources and teaching support.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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