Overview
Epworth Education Trust and Wesley Methodist Primary School, Forth Road, Radcliffe, Manchester, M26 4PX
Telephone: 0161 723 3416 | Email: office@wesley.epworthtrust.org.uk
Headteacher: Mr Rhys Jones | Epworth Education Trust CEO: Mrs JA Hewitt
Job Title
Early Years Class Teacher
Salary and conditions
Salary Grade: Main Pay Scale - £32,916 to £45,352
Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: 1st January 2026
Role purpose
The Governors are seeking to appoint an outstanding, passionate, experienced, committed, forward thinking early years class teacher to join our school with excellent teaching who is able to inspire, motivate and communicate outstanding practice in our school team.
Responsibilities
* Will maintain the exceptionally high standards of teaching and learning established at the school.
* Has a successful record of effective, creative and excellent teaching.
* Will demonstrate excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.
* Will have a good knowledge and understanding of the most up to date Early Years statutory framework.
* Will be an active member of our school team and contribute to the school’s Christian and nurturing ethos.
* Will be able to lead a curriculum subject across the school.
* Will promote collaboration and partnership with all members of our community.
* Is flexible in their approach, open to new ideas and must be a team player who is passionate about teaching.
We offer
* Supportive parents and a welcoming local community
* A strong and supportive leadership team with a clear sense of strategic vision
* A supportive and highly committed staff with high expectations, who are willing to help each other
* Well resourced, safe and stimulating learning environments
* Strong working partnerships within the Trust
* Pupils with positive attitudes to learning, who are hardworking, caring and proud to attend their school
* The opportunity to make a difference
* An enthusiastic and supportive Governing Body
* The support of a strong and skilled Trust Central Team
* Pension scheme
* Wellbeing Day
* Tech and Cycle salary sacrifice schemes as well as other discount schemes
* Access to Employment Assistance Programme
* Access to training opportunities and professional development
Safeguarding and equal opportunity
This post is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures. Epworth Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We recognise our moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all children, providing a safe and welcoming environment where children are respected and valued. We are alert to signs of abuse and neglect and follow our safeguarding procedures. The Safeguarding Policy applies to all staff, volunteers and governors. Please view our Safeguarding policy for full details.
How to apply
Applicants are welcome to visit the school by arrangement. For discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact the school via office@wesley.epworthtrust.org.uk. Applications should be returned by email to this address or by post with a letter of application referencing the job description/person specification, no longer than 2 sides of A4 with a font size of 12.
Closing date: Monday 13th October 2025
Shortlisting: Tuesday 14th October 2025
Observations: Week commencing 20th October 2025
Interviews: Week commencing 20th October 2025
Base: The main base for the role will be Wesley Methodist Primary School.
Note: The employer for this position is Epworth Education Trust, not Bury Council.
This post is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures. Epworth Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. The safeguarding policy outlines how we safeguard and support children. Please click here to view our Safeguarding policy.
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