Class Teacher

Haslingden Primary School is a welcoming, inclusive and successful school at the heart of its community. We are proud of our strong culture of support, collaboration and high expectations for all.

Our dedicated and experienced staff team work together to provide the very best outcomes for our pupils. Leadership is secure and effective at all levels, the school is financially stable, and we benefit from the support of engaged parents and carers, as well as a committed and knowledgeable Governing Body.

Our pupils are polite, enthusiastic and eager to learn, creating a positive environment in which both children and staff can thrive. We place great value on professional development and provide opportunities for staff to develop their expertise, share best practice and progress in their careers.

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding and ambitious teacher who is passionate about making a difference for children and who wishes to play a key role in further strengthening our teaching team. This is a full-time position and would suit a teacher who is committed to continuous professional growth and is keen to develop their experience across different year groups.

Over time, there may be opportunities to work across the primary age range from EYFS to Year 6, supporting both personal and professional development. The initial appointment would be in lower Key Stage 2.

This position is a full-time position. We are looking for someone who:

• + Is looking to progress their own professional development and take available opportunities.
• + Has a track record of positive working relationships.
• + Is a reflective practitioner.

We can offer you;

• + Support from a large team of experienced staff.
• + Excellent induction and professional development opportunities through internal and external providers.
• + A supportive network for ECTs.
• + Excellent support for pupils with SEND.
• + An organised school that puts wellbeing and work life balance as a high priority.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice.

You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at  or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

+ QTS

+ Relevant Degree

• + Paediatric First Aid Training

• + Recent experience of teaching in Key Stage 2 and additional experience in Key Stage 1 and/or EYFS.
• + Experience of leading and directing teaching assistants.
• + Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• + Additional SEND, safeguarding, leadership or subject-specialist experience.
• + Experience of working with, and meeting the needs of pupils with a range of SEND needs.

• + Experience of using Rosenshine's principles in teaching.
• + Experience of trauma informed training
• + Ability to solve problems and work dynamically.
• + Use of restorative approaches in behaviour management.
• + Experience of supporting extracurricular activities, educational visits or residential trips.
• + Able to work collaboratively with another teacher to plan and deliver all aspects of the curriculum