Job Description

Year 4 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) - Denton, Tameside
Start Date: After October Half Term
Contract: Maternity Cover (Full-time)
Salary: MPS - dependent on experience
Location: Denton, Greater Manchester

Are you an experienced and passionate KS2 teacher looking to join a warm, welcoming school community? Or perhaps an enthusiastic ECT with a few years of experience, ready to take on a new challenge in a supportive environment? An exciting Year 4 teaching opportunity awaits!

Our lovely Catholic primary school, nestled in the heart of Denton, is seeking a dedicated and engaging Year 4 Class Teacher to cover a maternity leave from after the October half term. This is a wonderful opportunity to work in a school with a strong family feel, warm ethos, and a vibrant atmosphere where both pupils and staff thrive.

The school is a single form entry set up with TA's in classes to provide additional support. With a higher than average number of SEND pupils, the successful teacher will be expected to adapt learning to support individual needs and successfully delegate to other classroom staff to create a system where all pupils are able to achieve their full potential.

Year 4 Teacher - We are looking for a teacher who:

  • Has strong subject knowledge of the KS2 curriculum, particularly in Year 4.
  • Is experienced in supporting pupils with additional needs, using adaptive teaching methods tailored to visual, auditory, and kinaesthetic learning styles.
  • Can plan and deliver exciting, engaging, and creative lessons that reflect modern society and pupil interests.
  • Builds trusting and respectful relationships with pupils, ensuring that all children feel seen, heard, and valued.
  • Follows our school's positive behaviour management policy, rooted in mutual respect and positive reinforcement.
  • Implements both formative and summative assessment strategies effectively, using them to inform planning and identify the need for intervention.
  • Immerses themselves in all areas of school life

The school is driven by a strong leadership team who are transparent, value wellbeing and place pupils are the heart of all decisions. With a low staff turnover and excellent reputation in the community, this is an opportunity not to be missed!

The School Offers:

  • A supportive and welcoming team of staff and leadership
  • A nurturing and inclusive school community grounded in Catholic values
  • Enthusiastic, well-behaved, and engaged children who love to learn
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • A positive and collaborative working environment

To Apply:
Please call Charlotte on 01616740138 or email Charlotte.gaffney@twrwcruitment.com for more information.

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