Pre-School Teacher

PRE-SCHOOL TEACHER

Ref 201416

Grade TEACHERS PAY RANGE

Term Full Time

Perm / Temp Temporary

Required From 01/09/2026 to 31/08/2027

Closing Date 26/06/2026

• Welcome Letter (253 KB)


• Job Description (328 KB)


• Person Specification (135 KB)


• DBS Information (36 KB)


• Disclosure & Barring Service Info (38 KB)

Location

PENWORTHAM PRIMARY SCHOOL

Crookings Lane, Penwortham, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 0HU

Tel:

School website: Penwortham Primary

Roll: 198

Information

Are you a passionate and nurturing Early Years professional looking to make a real difference in children's lives? We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Pre-School Teacher to join our friendly team in Penwortham.

At the heart of our setting is our vision of Happy Children Who Achieve. We are proud to provide a warm, inclusive and inspiring environment where every child feels valued, supported and empowered to reach their full potential. Our work is guided by our core values of Aspire, Belong, Care and Discover, and we are looking for a teacher who will bring these values to life every day.

The successful candidate will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a PGCE with an Early Years specialism, together with a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. You will be an excellent practitioner with high expectations for all children and a commitment to creating engaging learning experiences that foster curiosity, confidence and independence.

We are looking for someone who:

• Places children's wellbeing and development at the centre of everything they do.


• Creates a stimulating and nurturing learning environment.


• Builds positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.


• Shares our ambition for every child to flourish academically, socially and emotionally.


• Embodies our values of Aspire, Belong, Care and Discover.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive and dedicated team serving the Penwortham community. If you are committed to giving children the very best start in life and helping them become happy, confident learners who achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 26th June

Interviews: Week commencing 29th June

We warmly welcome applications from ECTs and candidates who share our commitment to excellence in early years education and our vision of Happy Children Who Achieve.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. 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 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.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Proposed Interview Date: TBA

For an informal discussion please contact:

Miss Penarski, Headteacher

Headteacher: Penwortham Primary

Telephone:

Email: head@penwortham-pri.lancs.sch.uk

Application forms and further details

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: head@penwortham-pri.lancs.sch.uk

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Are you a passionate and nurturing Early Years professional looking to make a real difference in children's lives? We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Pre-School Teacher to join our friendly team in Penwortham.

At the heart of our setting is our vision of Happy Children Who Achieve. We are proud to provide a warm, inclusive and inspiring environment where every child feels valued, supported and empowered to reach their full potential. Our work is guided by our core values of Aspire, Belong, Care and Discover, and we are looking for a teacher who will bring these values to life every day.

The successful candidate will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a PGCE with an Early Years specialism, together with a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. You will be an excellent practitioner with high expectations for all children and a commitment to creating engaging learning experiences that foster curiosity, confidence and independence.

We are looking for someone who:

+ Places children's wellbeing and development at the centre of everything they do.
+ Creates a stimulating and nurturing learning environment.
+ Builds positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
+ Shares our ambition for every child to flourish academically, socially and emotionally.
+ Embodies our values of Aspire, Belong, Care and Discover.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive and dedicated team serving the Penwortham community. If you are committed to giving children the very best start in life and helping them become happy, confident learners who achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you.
Closing Date: 26th June
Interviews: Week commencing 29th June
We warmly welcome applications from ECTs and candidates who share our commitment to excellence in early years education and our vision of Happy Children Who Achieve.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. 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.