Year 5 Teacher

Full Time Class Teacher Fixed Term until August 2026
 

We are seeking to appoint from September 2025 a fixed term, full time teacher to join our dedicated team of professionals. We are looking to appoint a Year 5 teacher.

This is, in the first instance,  a fixed term contract for one year due to budget constraints and SEND needs.  Early Career Teachers are welcome to apply.

We are an inclusive, happy school, with strong community links.  The school community would like someone who:

●    Will commit to our mission statement - “Succeeding, Enjoying, Belonging.”
●    Has a child-centred approach to their teaching, whilst maintaining firm discipline
●    Would be confident teaching in Year 5
●    Is hard working, committed to CPD and a team player

An application pack can be obtained from the school website https://sjbarrow.cumbria.sch.uk/our-school/vacancies/

Only applications submitted on a Westmorland and Furness Council Application Form will be considered.  Completed applications should be returned to the school address or admin@sjbarrow.cumbria.sch.uk.

Sir John Barrow Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of its pupils, engages with young people and staff in policy and practice developments and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  Our recruitment process follows the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Offers of employment will be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
●    Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
●    Childcare disqualification
●    Prohibition from teaching
●    Satisfactory references
●    Suitability to work with children
●    Right to work
●    Medical
●    Online and social media

Candidates are welcome to visit school on Tuesday 6th May Please book your place via email to admin@sjbarrow.cumbria.sch.uk  Please enter ‘School Visit’ in the subject heading.

Please address applications to Mrs Nancy Fletcher, Acting Headteacher

Closing date:  Friday 16th May, 9am
Interviews: Thursday 22nd May 2025