Vacancies

Teacher

Hours of Post: 32.5 1.0 FTE
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary Grade: Teachers Payscale (M1 to UPS3)

Start Date: 1st September 2025

The Governors of our friendly, inclusive primary school are seeking to appoint an inspirational and highly motivated teacher to join our dedicated team. This is a particularly exciting time to become part of Arden Primary School, as we welcome a new, ambitious Headteacher and continue our drive to make Arden a flagship school within the local area.

Arden Primary was once again judged to be a ‘Good’ school by Ofsted in July 2024. We are proud of our reputation for educational excellence and our commitment to inclusive, child-centred learning. Our school community is thriving, with enthusiastic children, a dedicated team and strong partnerships with families and the wider community. We actively share our journey and successes through our ‘Arden Primary School Official’ Facebook page follow us to get a feel for our vibrant school life.

We are looking for an outstanding teacher who will bring energy, vision and passion to the role, and who shares our belief that every child matters. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a school with high standards, strong values and an ambitious future.

The successful candidate will:
- Be an inspiring teacher with a ‘can do’ attitude, able to engage and challenge pupils of all abilities
- Have a proven track record of raising standards and delivering high-quality learning opportunities
- Be passionate about curriculum development and inclusive education
- Demonstrate creativity, innovation and a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning
- Be a reflective practitioner who thrives in a collaborative environment
- Have strong ICT skills to enhance learning across the curriculum
- Communicate effectively with children, colleagues, parents and external agencies
- Bring commitment, flexibility and a sense of humour to school life
- Be excited to contribute fully to school improvement and our ongoing journey of success

In return, we can offer you:
- An exciting and challenging professional opportunity at a school on an upward trajectory
- The chance to help shape Arden’s future as a leading local school
- A warm, welcoming and supportive working environment
- Enthusiastic, happy children with a love of learning and personal growth
- A highly committed and skilled team of staff and governors
- Strong relationships with parents, carers and the wider community
- A strong and forward-thinking senior leadership team
- A focus on staff wellbeing and continuous professional development
- An excellent level of care, support and team spirit

Completed application forms should be returned to the Business Manager at Arden Primary School, Osborne Street, Bredbury, Stockport. SK6 2EX or emailed to: recruitment@arden-primary.co.uk

Closing Date and Shortlisting: Friday 16th May 2025 at 9am
Observations Date: Observations to take place at candidate’s school during the week beginning Monday 19th May 2025
Interview Date: Friday 23rd May 2025

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

The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check and online searches.

Stockport Council Valuing Diversity

Job Description & Person Specification

Teacher

Hours of Post: 32.5 1.0 FTE
Contract Type: Fixed term till July 2025 (to provide maternity cover)
Salary Grade: Teachers Payscale (M1 to UPS3)

Start Date: 1st September 2025

The Governors of our friendly, inclusive primary school are seeking to appoint an inspirational and highly motivated teacher to join our dedicated team. This is a particularly exciting time to become part of Arden Primary School, as we welcome a new, ambitious Headteacher and continue our drive to make Arden a flagship school within the local area.

Arden Primary was once again judged to be a ‘Good’ school by Ofsted in July 2024. We are proud of our reputation for educational excellence and our commitment to inclusive, child-centred learning. Our school community is thriving, with enthusiastic children, a dedicated team and strong partnerships with families and the wider community. We actively share our journey and successes through our ‘Arden Primary School Official’ Facebook page follow us to get a feel for our vibrant school life.

We are looking for an outstanding teacher who will bring energy, vision and passion to the role, and who shares our belief that every child matters. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a school with high standards, strong values and an ambitious future.

The successful candidate will:
- Be an inspiring teacher with a ‘can do’ attitude, able to engage and challenge pupils of all abilities
- Have a proven track record of raising standards and delivering high-quality learning opportunities
- Be passionate about curriculum development and inclusive education
- Demonstrate creativity, innovation and a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning
- Be a reflective practitioner who thrives in a collaborative environment
- Have strong ICT skills to enhance learning across the curriculum
- Communicate effectively with children, colleagues, parents and external agencies
- Bring commitment, flexibility and a sense of humour to school life
- Be excited to contribute fully to school improvement and our ongoing journey of success

In return, we can offer you:
- An exciting and challenging professional opportunity at a school on an upward trajectory
- The chance to help shape Arden’s future as a leading local school
- A warm, welcoming and supportive working environment
- Enthusiastic, happy children with a love of learning and personal growth
- A highly committed and skilled team of staff and governors
- Strong relationships with parents, carers and the wider community
- A strong and forward-thinking senior leadership team
- A focus on staff wellbeing and continuous professional development
- An excellent level of care, support and team spirit

Completed application forms should be returned to the Business Manager at Arden Primary School, Osborne Street, Bredbury, Stockport. SK6 2EX or emailed to: recruitment@arden-primary.co.uk

Closing Date and Shortlisting: Friday 16th May 2025 at 9am
Observations Date: Observations to take place at candidate’s school during the week beginning Monday 19th May 2025
Interview Date: Friday 23rd May 2025

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

The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check and online searches.

Stockport Council Valuing Diversity

Job Description & Person Specification

Midday Assistant
Salary Grade: Scale 1 point 3
Working Pattern: Part Time, Term Time
Hours: 10 hours per week, 2 hours per day
Start Date: tbc

The Governors of Arden Primary School wish to appoint a suitable person to carry out the post of Midday Assistant at our inclusive and supportive team at this expanding primary school, which Ofsted once again judged to be a Good school in July 2024.

Our midday staff are all valued members of our school staff and play a vital role in securing the well-being and safety of our pupils during lunchtime.
Duties include supervision of children in the dining hall and elsewhere, eating lunch and supervision in the playground to encourage interactive and positive play so that the meal and lunchtime recreation is a pleasant experience for pupils and staff.
Applicants should be able to work as part of a team. Experience of working with children would be an advantage.

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

The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check and online searches.

Closing date: TBC
Interviews: TBC

Completed application forms should be returned by post to Selina Adams, Business Manger at the school address above or via email to: recruitment@arden-primary.co.uk

Stockport Council Valuing diversity

Job Description and Person Specification