Location
Accrington Peel Park Primary School, Alice Street, Accrington, BB5 6QR (582 on roll)
Tel: 01254 231583
School website: www.peel-park.lancsngfl.ac.uk
Summary
CLASS TEACHER - EYFS UNIT
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children?
Do you consider yourself a driven individual who works well as part of a dynamic team?
We are a vibrant and forward-thinking school community committed to supporting all staff in high-quality continued professional development. The successful candidates will have high aspirations for children and be proactive in facilitating engaging learning experiences.
The post is open to ECTs who are looking for the perfect place to start their career and experienced teachers who would like a new challenge.
The role will involve:
- Working within a three-form entry EYFS classroom, sharing planning and meeting the needs of the year group with the other EYFS teachers.
- Working alongside and supporting a highly committed and caring staff team.
- Working alongside the SLT and SENDCo to support children with additional needs.
- Liaising with staff in terms of adapting plans to suit individual needs, providing feedback to staff regarding pupils, and maintaining records for pupils.
- Opportunities to lead extra-curricular activities, such as after-school clubs.
- Leading a subject across our school (if appropriate)
Please see the attached welcome letter, job description and person specification for more information about the role.
Peel Park Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
To apply for this vacancy, you need to complete the application form attached.
Please return all applications to [email protected]. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged via contacting the main office on 01254 231583. More Information can be found at https://www.peelpark.lancs.sch.uk
Closing date: 12 noon, Wednesday 3rd June 2026
Essential Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status
- Degree or equivalent
Recent professional development appropriate to the role
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Desirable Qualifications
- Successful completion of induction period (NQT induction/Two year ECT period)
First Aid qualification
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Essential Experience
- Successful experience of effective teaching within the primary phase and across key stages.
Recent and relevant experience of teaching the National Curriculum
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Desirable Experience
For an informal discussion please contact:
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the main office 01254 231583
Equal Opportunities statement
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
