Growing Together Respecting Each Other

Sherdley Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and creative EYFS Class Teacher to join our friendly and committed team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment where professional development is encouraged, and every child is valued.

Required for September 2026 - we are looking for an outstanding teacher with several years’ experience and a proven track record of raising attainment to join our wonderful school. We are looking for a teacher who has the enthusiasm to ‘make a difference’ in the lives and learning of all our children in school; this post is temporary in the first instance and the position will likely be in our EYFS Reception, so experience of this is desirable. We will be looking for candidates who have taught in a variety of age phases, and who have the skills and knowledge to be adaptable. It is essential that candidates specify their curriculum strengths within their application. ECTs are welcome to apply for the post if their placements have given them sufficient experience within the Early Years.

We are looking for someone who:

• Be very clear about their school experience and their subject strengths
• Be an excellent, experienced classroom practitioner, who has a thorough working knowledge of the curriculum across a variety of age phases
• Demonstrate high expectations for all pupils, including key groups such as PPG, SEN
• Promote outstanding behaviour for learning
• Demonstrate excellent behaviour management strategies and outstanding pastoral care
• Use effectively a wide range of creative approaches to the delivery of the curriculum
• Be willing to contribute to the wider life of the school community, including after-school clubs/activities.

Working at Sherdley Primary School

Joining our school means becoming part of a vibrant, supportive community where every day brings new opportunities to inspire and be inspired. Here, you’re not just a teacher or staff member — you’re a vital part of a team dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child.

Sherdley Primary School is a good school that is a two-form entry school with a Pre-school provision. We have a hard-working team of teachers and support staff who work effectively together. All staff are committed to ensuring every child is safe, has access to the highest quality learning opportunities and achieves the best they can in every class. We also have an effective pastoral system which supports pupils and families, promotes and maintains excellent behaviour and addresses barriers to learning quickly and effectively.

We can offer you:

• Attentive, enthusiastic and well-behaved children
• A commitment to your own professional development
• Staff who work effectively together and are committed to raising standards for all pupils
• Supportive parents
• Supportive senior and middle leadership team
• An effective and committed governing body

At Sherdley Primary School, we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That’s why we prioritise wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.

Come join us — where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares. ️

Sherdley Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and social media check.

For more information regarding this role, please contact sherdley@sthelens.org.uk

Applications can also be returned directly to school with the appropriate application form – we do not accept CVs.

• Closing Date: Friday 19^th June 2026- 09:00am
• Shortlisting: Friday 19^th June 2026 – PM
• Interviews and Tasks – Wednesday 24^th June 2026 tbc

Visits to the school are actively encouraged in order to fully understand and appreciate this role.

Available Visits: (Please contact the school office (Tel: 01744 678683) to book one of these visits)

Wednesday 10^th June 2026 – 3:30pm

Wednesday 17^th June 2026 – 2:30pm

Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.

Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.

This is an Enhanced Disclosure post.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.