Teacher

Inspire. Challenge. Achieve. Nurture. ✨📚💡

Lyme Community Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and creative Early Years or KS1 Teacher to join our friendly and committed team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment where professional development is encouraged, and every child is valued.

The role will include Teaching in Early Years/ KS1 with responsibility for an area of the curriculum. The Governing Body welcome applications from Teachers with relevant experience across the primary age range.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach an Early Years/KS1 class, delivering engaging, well-sequenced learning that builds pupils’ knowledge and skills.

• Create a stimulating and inclusive classroom environment that supports the learning and well-being of all pupils.

• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND so that all pupils make strong progress.

• Work closely with the EYFS/KS1 team, SENCo and senior leaders to implement the school improvement priorities.

• Maintain accurate assessment and records; contribute to pupil progress meetings and communication with families.

• Maintain a positive and engaging learning atmosphere.

The successful candidate will:

• Experience in teaching Early Years.
• A strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum and assessment methods.
• Be an outstanding teacher with a positive attitude and the highest expectations of pupils' attainment and behaviour.
• Experience or clear understanding of effective approaches for pupils with SEND and who are disadvantaged.
• Be passionate and knowledgeable about primary provision with evidence of outstanding teaching and learning.
• Be supportive of our inclusive ethos and sensitive to the needs of our children and families.
• Have high aspirations for all children, themselves, and a desire to raise standards.
• Be committed to the safeguarding, welfare, and personal development of young people.

Visits to the school can be made by appointment by contacting Mrs Libby O'Brien on 01744 678350.

Working at Lyme Community Primary School

The Governors of Lyme Community Primary School are looking for someone to join our friendly staff team. Our team are committed to ensuring every child is inspired, challenged, and nurtured so they can achieve the best they can.

Our school was graded GOOD in all areas in our most recent OFSTED inspection. We are also incredibly proud of our Inclusion Award and UNICEF Rights-Respecting Schools Award Gold accreditation.

In return we can give you:

• Fantastic children who love to learn in lots of ways.
• The opportunity to work and learn alongside a great team of committed staff.
• An extremely welcoming, well-resourced, and attractive environment.
• An excellent level of class and pastoral support.

Please visit our website for more information about our school. https://www.lyme.st-helens.sch.uk/

At Lyme, we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That’s why we prioritize wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.

Come join us — where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares. ❤️

Lyme is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For more information regarding this role, please contact lymecp@sthelens.org.uk📧

Closing date: 17th May 2026

Shortlisting: 18th May 2026

Interviews and observations: 20th or 21st May 2026

Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment. ⏳

Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.

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We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.