Leadership Responsibilities

The Headteacher and Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated classroom teacher who aspires to be a part of the school's Senior Leadership Team. The right person will support leaders to continue to drive standards in teaching and learning and further develop the school's curriculum and assessment systems. We are looking for an exceptional and proven classroom practitioner with experience of working in Key Stage Two, a proven track record of positive impact in Upper Key Stage 2 is also desirable. The successful candidate should have the ability to promote and achieve high levels of pupil engagement, wellbeing and attainment. They should demonstrate a sustained history of strong performance, with clear evidence of positive impact across the wider school community. The post is suitable for more experienced classroom teachers with aspirations of being a school leader. Attached to the TLR2a, dedicated time will be given to enable the practitioner to enact their leadership roles and responsibilities alongside their commitment to their position as a class teacher. We are looking for a teacher and potential future leader who:

• is an exceptional classroom practitioner with a proven track record of positive impact in Key Stage 2
• has a sound understanding of the National Curriculum and its implementation
• shows a secure understanding of the effective use of technology to support high-quality teaching and learning.
• demonstrates excellent teaching using a wide range of teaching methods to motivate and inspire learners
• has demonstrated their ability to impact positively on the wider school through undertaking school improvement initiatives
• demonstrates leadership skills which will inspire, motivate, and support both pupils and staff in furthering educational excellence
• shows unrelenting drive and passion for making a difference and managing change
• has demonstrated the ability to work effectively and contribute positively within a team environment
• sets high expectations for the attitudes and behaviour of everyone
• is committed to their own professional growth
In return we can offer:
• a school that has been graded STRONG in all areas by Ofsted in November 2025
• friendly, enthusiastic children with great potential, who work hard and are extremely well behaved
• a fully committed and extremely supportive staff, governors and leadership team
• supportive and dedicated parents and carers
• a caring, positive and inclusive learning environment and ethos
• continuous professional development
• dedicated leadership time
• opportunities to work collaboratively and share best practice with colleagues across our trust: The Challenge Academy Trust
  
  Great Sankey Primary School is a proud member of the Challenge Academy Trust (TCAT), sharing its mission to 'serve, challenge and empower the educational community.'
At The Challenge Academy Trust, we are building a culture that champions better work and working lives across the Trust; a framework to support and develop our workforce from 'hire to retire'. We are committed to providing a workload that is fair and reasonable, work environment where employee health and wellbeing are actively supported and promoted and structured personal and professional development. Our staff offer also includes:
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme / Teachers' Pension Scheme.
• An Occupational Sick Pay Scheme (entitlements based on service).
• Access to TCAT+ our Reward & Wellbeing platform, including access to retailer discounts, a car lease scheme, discounted healthcare cash plan, cycle to work scheme and online resources to support physical, emotional, professional, financial and social wellbeing.
• Access to a comprehensive CPD framework though 'Education Connect', our professional development arm, and online resources from the National College'.
The Challenge Academy Trust is committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer, and our employment policies, procedures and practices are regularly reviewed to ensure compliance with legislation. We are committed to creating a workplace culture that is inclusive, positive, and fair with opportunity for all. Visits to school by prospective candidates will be welcomed and encouraged and can be made on Tuesday 14 April 2026 at 2pm, Thursday 16 April 2026 at 3.45pm, Wednesday 22 April 2026 at 3.45 and Thursday 23 April 2026 at 9.15am by prior arrangement with our school office. Please contact us if you are unable to make these dates and still wish to visit., M4 - UPS2 (depending on experience) plus TLR2a