Class Teacher
| Posting date: | 05 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 July 2026 |
| Location: | Leigh, WN7 2PW |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 0e440b56-d80d-4176-8643-79a32eb04958-2 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Governors and Headteacher of St Joseph's Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, talented and committed teacher to join our dedicated and supportive team.
St Joseph's is a welcoming and inclusive Catholic school where every child is valued, nurtured and encouraged to flourish. Rooted in our mission of "Love Jesus, Love Ourselves, Love Each Other, Love Learning, Love Life", we are proud of our caring, faith-filled community and our commitment to providing the very best opportunities for all children.
Following our recent Ofsted inspection, inspectors recognised the positive relationships, strong sense of community and caring environment that enable pupils to thrive. They also acknowledged the school's clear understanding of its strengths and priorities, alongside its commitment to continuous improvement. We are looking for a teacher who will build on these strengths and contribute to the continued success of our school.
We are looking for someone who:
• Is committed to supporting and promoting the Catholic ethos of our school.
• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations of achievement, behaviour and personal development.
• Has a passion for teaching and learning and can deliver engaging, creative and inspiring lessons.
• Can motivate, challenge and support all pupils to achieve their full potential.
• Demonstrates strong curriculum knowledge and an understanding of effective assessment practices.
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, parents, staff and the wider school community.
• Is reflective, enthusiastic and committed to their own professional development.
• Works effectively as part of a team and contributes positively to school life.
What the school offers its staff
In return, we can offer:
• Happy, caring and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
• A welcoming, supportive and inclusive school community.
• Dedicated and experienced colleagues who value teamwork and collaboration.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development.
• Opportunities to contribute to the continued development of our successful Catholic school.
Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the school office.
Further details about the role
Phone calls / Visits to the school are encouraged; please contact the school office to arrange with the Headteacher.
Please also visit our website to find out more about our school: www.saintjosephs.wigan.sch.uk
Closing date: Monday 22nd June @ 9am
Shortlisting: Monday 22nd June 2026
Interview: Tuesday 23rd June 2026
Please send completed applications to Miss S Rutherford: enquiries@admin.saintjosephs.wigan.sch.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
The Governors and Headteacher of St Joseph's Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, talented and committed teacher to join our dedicated and supportive team.
St Joseph's is a welcoming and inclusive Catholic school where every child is valued, nurtured and encouraged to flourish. Rooted in our mission of "Love Jesus, Love Ourselves, Love Each Other, Love Learning, Love Life", we are proud of our caring, faith-filled community and our commitment to providing the very best opportunities for all children.
Following our recent Ofsted inspection, inspectors recognised the positive relationships, strong sense of community and caring environment that enable pupils to thrive. They also acknowledged the school's clear understanding of its strengths and priorities, alongside its commitment to continuous improvement. We are looking for a teacher who will build on these strengths and contribute to the continued success of our school.
We are looking for someone who:
• Is committed to supporting and promoting the Catholic ethos of our school.
• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations of achievement, behaviour and personal development.
• Has a passion for teaching and learning and can deliver engaging, creative and inspiring lessons.
• Can motivate, challenge and support all pupils to achieve their full potential.
• Demonstrates strong curriculum knowledge and an understanding of effective assessment practices.
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, parents, staff and the wider school community.
• Is reflective, enthusiastic and committed to their own professional development.
• Works effectively as part of a team and contributes positively to school life.
What the school offers its staff
In return, we can offer:
• Happy, caring and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
• A welcoming, supportive and inclusive school community.
• Dedicated and experienced colleagues who value teamwork and collaboration.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development.
• Opportunities to contribute to the continued development of our successful Catholic school.
Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the school office.
Further details about the role
Phone calls / Visits to the school are encouraged; please contact the school office to arrange with the Headteacher.
Please also visit our website to find out more about our school: www.saintjosephs.wigan.sch.uk
Closing date: Monday 22nd June @ 9am
Shortlisting: Monday 22nd June 2026
Interview: Tuesday 23rd June 2026
Please send completed applications to Miss S Rutherford: enquiries@admin.saintjosephs.wigan.sch.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.