Teacher

Avondale Primary School
Durham Road
Darwen
BB3 1NN

Job Title:Teacher
Grade/Salary: Main Pay Range M1-M6
Contract Type: Fixed Term for 12 Months
Contract Terms: 37 hours, Full Time
Closing Date: Monday, 20th April 2026
Shortlisting Date: Tuesday, 21th April 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday, 28th April 2026
Required From: Tuesday, 1st September 2026

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A very rare and exciting opportunity has arisen at Avondale, due to the retirement of one of our long standing members of staff, for a Keystage One teacher.

The Headteacher and Governors at Avondale Primary School are excited to welcome an inspiring, conscientious and enthusiastic KS1 teacher to join our established Avondale team in providing quality, memorable learning experiences and opportunities for our children.

If you love children, teaching and want to be part of a fabulous team then this is the post for you and we would love to hear from you.

School life at Avondale centres around our happy children and school values which along with our positive, nurturing ethos provides the essence to our successful, inclusive, community school. Supporting our children and families through outstanding pastoral care is intrinsic within our daily work and lies at the heart of all we do.

We want our children to be proud of themselves, Avondale School and of the community we serve. Reading and language are at the heart of our Avondale curriculum. Through our 'Avondale Adventure' we promote high expectations for behaviour and achievement.

Our children require someone who will:

• be an outstanding and creative practitioner with a solid understanding of the principles of effective teaching and learning
• be able to inspire and motivate children by providing high quality teaching and learning experiences
• be a committed team player who demonstrates flexibility and a willingness to take an active role in school life
• have high expectations of academic standards; pupils' achievement and their behaviour
• have strong inter-personal skills to effectively communicate with staff, parents and pupils
• inspire and motivate children to have a love of learning
• show a commitment to our positive and inclusive ethos
• have determination, energy and ambition with strong subject knowledge
• be committed to the safeguarding and wellbeing of children
• act with honesty and integrity

We can offer:

• a happy and welcoming school where everyone is valued and supported in an inclusive environment
• well behaved, amazing children who have a desire to be inspired
• a dedicated and friendly team of experienced, hard-working staff
• a supportive and effective Governing Body
• a commitment to your personal and professional development and well-being
• a well-resourced school supporting teachers to deliver high-quality teaching

Purpose of the Role:
We hope that the successful candidate will embrace and enhance the vision we share for our children and be able to provide irresistible teaching and learning experiences; making safeguarding and the education of their class their priority to ensure high standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dedicated and passionate team and really make a difference to the lives of children at Avondale Primary School. We want our children to 'Learn, Smile and Remember'.

In addition, successful candidates should be able to:

• plan, implement and deliver an appropriate and adaptive curriculum for all pupils
• contribute to raising attainment of all pupils
• monitor and assess pupil’s progress to improve their quality of learning and personal growth
• undertake the professional duties and responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions document
• support and be part of the coaching approach to school improvement
• assist and support pupil academic progress and emotional development
• work with colleagues as appropriate, to raise standards of attainment with the goal that all pupils make expected levels of progress or better

Application packs are available to download above. Please return your completed application form to the school by the closing date stated above. Applications can be submitted by email to grace.greenaway@avondale.blackburn.sch.uk, marked for the attention of Ms Greenaway (School Business Manager).

Applications from ECTs and experienced teachers are both welcome.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to teach a short lesson as part of the interview process. This will be arranged for candidates who are invited to interview following shortlisting.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. These can be arranged by contacting our school office on 01254 703449.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure & Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions.

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.

In line with KCSIE 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.