Ref: 001000
Full Time Class Teacher, permanent post, required for 1st January 2026.
Due to the retirement of a team member, the Governors and Headteacher of Friezland Primary School wish to appoint an excellent, enthusiastic and highly motivated teacher to join our Friezland Family. We are a half-form entry primary school situated in Saddleworth and although we are one of the smallest schools in Oldham, we have the highest expectations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful and welcoming school, with a dedicated and hard-working team, who are committed to making a difference for all our families.
We are looking for someone who:
* is an inspirational teacher with high expectations of learning and behaviour.
* has a proven ability in generating high levels of achievement/progress.
* is an effective team member with a positive attitude.
* has a thorough knowledge and understanding of the National Curriculum.
* is a reflective practitioner willing to take responsibility for their continuing professional development
* has a genuine passion for and belief in the potential of every child.
The school will offer:
* A caring, supportive and friendly ethos.
* Friendly and motivated children who are keen to learn.
* Opportunities to support the work of the Dovestone Learning Partnership.
* Opportunities for Continuous Professional Development.
* Opportunities to lead / support curriculum development.
Salary: Teachers Pay Scale
Hours: Full Time; Permanent
Based: Friezland Primary School, Church Road, Greenfield, Oldham. OL3 7LN.
Start Date: 1st January 2026
Visits to the school are welcomed; please contact the school office to arrange a visit on 01457 872601 or via info@friezland.oldham.sch.uk
The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and we operate a strict safeguarding policy, with procedures being rigorously and consistently applied.
Please email completed application forms to head@friezland.oldham.sch.uk
Application Deadline: Monday 29th September 2025 (12 noon)
(Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by 5pm on Tuesday 30th September 2025)
Interviews to be held: Week Beginning Monday 6th October 2025