Classroom Teacher Maternity Cover

Fixed Term commencing 1 January 2027

Willow Tree Primary School is part of Vantage CE Academies Trust and is one of 10 schools across Manchester Trafford Salford Bolton and Knowsley.

Willow Tree Primary School thrives on a friendly talented and dedicated staff team committed to developing the potential of each and every one of our children. Join us on our journey and make a difference.

The Governors and Principal of Willow Tree Primary School are seeking a motivated and passionate Teacher to join their team in providing exceptional opportunities for learning and promoting positive outcomes for children.

Willow Trees motto states: Small school big heart . Nurturing potential inspiring confidence and this is very much the case. As a highly inclusive school who supports the learning and social needs of a diverse range of pupils our greatest goal is to meet the needs of all the pupils we serve and ensure that they are all the best they can possibly be in all respects whilst thoroughly enjoying their time in primary school. Our role is to develop our pupils as rounded individuals who will develop further into responsible adults. We are highly committed to fostering positive relationships and strong partnerships with parents and value the input they provide into their childs education and the life of the school.

Join us now on our journey to make a difference.

Are you looking for a career where you can motivate and inspire

a role where you can use your skills to make a positive impact in childrens lives
a role where no day is the same and you can indulge your subject interests as part of your work

The value of teachers in our society has never been higher. We are very proud to be part of this vital profession and are offering the chance for adaptable and driven professionals to join us in our mission.
What Can Vantage Offer You

A secure and reliable public sector career in diverse and inclusive schools with opportunities for progression across our three regional hubs.
A strong focus on staff well-being through our employee package with a full complement of health-related services to support you in your role.
Access to comprehensive Vantage Plus employee benefits designed by staff for staff including an annual flexi wellbeing day and medical cash plans.
A robust tailored CPD programme further enhanced by our trust training bursary which all staff can apply to.
Opportunities for career progression and secondment across Vantage Academy Trusts nine primary schools one secondary school and local partners. Friendly committed and highly skilled colleagues and leadership dedicated to our mission vision and values. The opportunity to share views and feedback with leadership through our extensive governance framework and staff voice
surveys.

At Vantage CE Academies Trust we are very proud of our values-led ethos:

Fostering a culture of professional development
Developing centres of excellence
Encouraging our individual spiritual journeys
Developing future and aspirational thinking
Celebrating individual distinctiveness and our particular vocation to the least advantaged
Encouraging curiosity
Refusing to set a limit on what is possible for ourselves for one another and for our community of schools.

What do I need to bring to the role

Will hold Qualified Teacher Status
Will be an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations of childrens achievements attainment and behaviour.
Will be able to motivate inspire and co-operate with their colleagues and children.
Will support the Leadership Team in implementing the vision of the school Is reflective willing to embrace new ideas and take risks in the pursuit of excellence. Is an adaptable and resilient professional
Have bags of personality and enthusiasm
Be highly motivated with a can-do-attitude
Love working with and helping children to achieve their goals

If you think this sounds like you wed love to hear from you!

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Applications welcome from ECTs and experienced teachers.
Appointments made are subject to an enhanced DBS check suitable references being received and social media checks being carried