Ref: 001022
The Ivory Federation
Propps Hall Primary School
Rushcroft Primary School
Springhead Infant School
Primary Teacher
Salary: MPS
Hours: 32.5 per week
Contract: Temporary fixed term contract for 1 year
Start: This post will commence: as soon as possible
We are seeking to appoint a positive and self-motivated teacher who will join our teaching team within The Ivory Federation. The Ivory Federation is a name given to a strong partnership between three Local Authority maintained schools, Propps Hall Primary School in Failsworth, Springhead Infant School in Saddleworth and Rushcroft Primary School in Shaw. All of our schools have a friendly and strong caring ethos and we promote partnership working at every opportunity. We have strong values that supports the personal growth and development of all children and adults in our school community.
The successful candidate must have a passion and commitment to developing the potential of every child, as well as promoting high standards of learning and achievement across the school. This is an exciting opportunity for a practitioner who is highly motivated and who has a strong track record of teaching.
Our schools are very successful in achieving their aims, we have high aspirations for all. Our staff facilitate and engage learners through creativity, innovation and learning from first hand experiences, both staff and children are inspiring and we are excited to share this with potential candidates and new members of staff.
We are looking for someone who:
* Is positive, inspirational and self-motivated.
* Has a sound knowledge of the Primary Curriculum
* Loves teaching and is committed to life long learning.
* Has an energetic and creative approach to teaching.
* Is very professional, has a positive attitude and is supportive of their colleagues
* Is an excellent classroom practitioners or aspires to be one
* Have high expectations for all children and are committed to developing their full potential.
* Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
As a school we can offer you:
* A caring and supportive team.
* High standards of pupil discipline and behaviour.
* Children who are eager and willing to learn and who foster a love of learning.
* A blueprint for learning that supports the ethos and strong values of the federation.
* A creative and innovate approach to education.
* A wide range of professional development opportunities.
We look forward to welcoming committed teachers who will add value to our school community. If you feel you could make a positive contribution, we would be pleased to receive an application from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful applicant.
Informal Enquiries: Mrs G.A Kay Executive Headteacher - gillian.kay@ivoryfederation.uk
Please return completed application forms to info@rushcroft.oldham.sch.uk
Closing Date: Monday 3 November 2025
Shortlisting: Tuesday 4 November 2025
Interviews & Observations: w/c Monday 10 November 2025