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Class Teacher

Employer
Holden Clough Primary School
Location
Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Hours
Full Time
Salary
Main Pay Scale 1-6
Start Date
1st September 2026
Expires
21st May 2026 09:00 AM
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Job ID
1549371
Start Date
1st September 2026
  • Contract Type :Fixed term contract
  • Job ID: 1549371

The Trustees at Victorious Academies Trust wish to appoint a full time Teacher on a one year temporary contract at Holden Clough Primary School, Ashton under Lyne.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled and committed classroom practitioner to join our team. This role is suitable for teachers at any stage of their career who are passionate about high quality teaching and making a positive difference to children’s learning and wellbeing.

The role carries a full teaching commitment and includes statutory weekly PPA time in line with the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document (STPCD).

Salary

This post is paid on the Main Pay Scale (M1–M6), with a salary range of £32,916 to £45,352 per annum, depending on experience (England pay scale, excluding London).

About Our School & Trust

Holden Clough Primary School is a warm, caring and ambitious school with a strong sense of community and well established pastoral systems. Our staff are deeply committed to improving life chances for all pupils, and we pride ourselves on the strong outcomes our children achieve, underpinned by high expectations, a well sequenced curriculum and high quality teaching and learning.

As part of Victorious Academies Trust, we share a collective commitment to:

• A curriculum rooted in curiosity, wellbeing and equity

• Providing exciting, enriching and engaging learning experiences every day

• Celebrating individuality and enabling every child to be themselves

• Ensuring all pupils feel safe, supported, happy, confident and successful

Holden Clough is a school where people look after one another, work hard, and take pride in making a genuine difference. Staff development is a key strength, with colleagues supported through high quality CPD and Trust wide collaboration.

We Welcome Applications From Colleagues Who:

• Are strong, confident and reflective classroom practitioners

• Demonstrate reliability, consistency and high professional standards

• Have high expectations for all pupils and a commitment to inclusion

• Thrive in a lively, friendly and supportive school environment

• Work collaboratively and contribute positively to the wider life of the school

At Holden Clough Primary School, You Will Benefit From:

• A positive, relational and inclusive school culture where staff wellbeing is genuinely valued

• A strong commitment to professional development and ongoing CPD

• A highly supportive and visible leadership team alongside collaborative colleagues

• Engaged, enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn

• Clear systems and structures that support consistency, confidence and high standards

Selection Process (Dates & Timescales)

The closing date for applications is Thursday 21st May at 9am. Shortlisting will take place shortly thereafter, with interviews scheduled for Tuesday 9th June .

This role is a fixed term contract until 31 August 2027. 

Visits to the school are strongly recommended and warmly welcomed, as they provide an excellent opportunity to see Holden Clough Primary School in action and to meet members of the team.

If you have any queries regarding the role or would like to arrange a visit, please contact Adam Porter at Holden Clough Primary School.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert early should sufficient applications be received. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Safeguarding

Victorious Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We have robust processes and procedures in place to reduce risk and to promote a strong culture of safeguarding across our workforce.

This role involves working with children and/or young people and is subject to Victorious Academies Trust’s Safer Recruitment procedures. All posts require an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, as well as an online search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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Safeguarding Statement:

We have a commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and/or young people. We have robust processes and procedures to reduce risk and continuously promote a positive culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. The roles across our schools involve working with children and/or young people and are subject to our Safer Recruitment Process.

We do not accept CV’s, all applicants should complete a Trust Application Form and include on this the details of two referees who, if you are shortlisted will be contacted for a reference. Social media checks will be carried out for roles across our Trust. All posts require an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

We may close the job advert for roles within our Trust as soon as sufficient applications have been received so please apply for advertised roles as soon as you are able. If you have any queries linked to any of the roles advertised please ring 0161 830 6964.

Visits to our schools are encouraged and warmly welcomed please contact the individual school to arrange this.

Holden Clough Primary School

Holden Clough Primary School

Part of Victorious Academies Trust

Victorious Academies Trust