Job Description

Required for October 2025 (or as soon as possible after) for temporary maternity cover.




The Governors of this happy, successful and thriving school are seeking to appoint an outstanding Key Stage Two teacher who can inspire and motivate young children. At Ashurst we have a strong team of teachers and support staff who work closely together to provide the best education for our children.


The successful candidate will:


Be an excellent classroom practitioner and have high expectations of children's achievement and behaviour Be supportive of the inclusive ethos of the school Be able to enthuse and motivate children Be able to demonstrate that they are a creative and highly effective classroom teacher Have the ability to create a stimulating learning environment Be committed to raising the already high standards within a broad balanced curriculum Be able to work within vibrant, ambitious and dedicated teams Be fun, flexible and hard-working Be sensitive to the needs of our children and families



In return we will offer you:


Enthusiastic, caring and happy children who are keen to learn A strong, shared vision for our school Opportunities for personal and professional development A supportive and encouraging team of staff and governors A warm and welcoming environment



Both experienced and newly qualified teachers are welcome to apply.




School visits are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office on 01744 678150 to arrange a convenient time.




Applications should be submitted online or returned to the school for the attention of the Headteacher, Mrs L Houghton by 12pm on the closing date Friday 5th September.




Shortlisting will take place on Friday 5th September and successful candidates will be informed the same day. Should you be shortlisted, online searches maybe done as part of due diligence checks.




Observations will take place following shortlisting.




Interviews to be held on Friday 12th September 2025.




Closing Date: 12 Noon Friday 5th September 2025.




The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. T Please see the school website using this link, www.ashurst.st-helens.sch.uk, for our Safeguarding and Child Protection policies. This post is subject to satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Section Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure Certificate.



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