Starting Date: September 2026

Salary : M3 - UPS3 (post not open to ECT applicants)

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Terms: Full Time

Application Deadline: Wednesday 6^th May 2026, 12 noon.

To be a highly effective school that 'Strives for Excellence' in all it does. A school where academic ambition meets exceptional character education, allowing ‘The Feniscowles Child’ to live life in its fullest.

Supported by values that define our culture and ethos, shaping the Feniscowles Child':

Endeavour Integrity Respect Diversity Compassion Forgiveness

Underpinned by our motto:

'Striving for Excellence'

KEY STAGE TWO PHASE LEAD

The Headteacher and Governors of Feniscowles Primary School are looking to appoint a highly-motivated and talented class teacher to join our Senior Leadership Team.

The successful applicant will lead a phase in school and also support with the implementation of school development plan priorities.

Whilst previous experience in each of these roles is preferred, we recognise that leadership skills are transferable.

We are seeking an excellent practitioner who:

• has a deep-rooted passion and love for education and for the teaching profession

• has experience of teaching upper key stage 2

• is able to lead, motivate and inspire others in order to take the school forward on our improvement journey

• is able to lead a key area linked to the School Development Plan

• has experience of successful subject leadership and can impact positively on standards beyond their own classroom

• has a proven track record of strong classroom practice can demonstrate how they impact positively on raising attainment and standards

• has a warm heart and a cracking sense of humour!

In return, we can offer:

• a dynamic and vibrant leadership team who will value your ideas and creativity

• a reduced teaching timetable to allow you to fulfil your leadership potential and to undertake your key roles and responsibilities

• a committed team of staff

• an active Governing Body

• a school of brilliant children with supportive families

• a commitment to your own professional development

• a substantial role on the senior leadership team and in the strategic development of the school

Visits to the school are highly encouraged and we look forward to giving you a warm

welcome. Please arrange visits by contacting the school office via the email address:

office@feniscowles.blackburn.sch.uk

Recruitment and Selection Process:

• Closing Date for Applications: 12 noon, Wednesday 6^th May 2026

• Please send applications addressed to Mr Andrew and Governors to sbm@feniscowles.blackburn.sch.uk

• Shortlisting will take place on Thursday 7^th May and applicants being invited to the selection process will be advised on this day.

• The selection process will involve an observed lesson (to take place in your current setting wherever possible). Dates and times can be discussed collaboratively; choosing between Friday 8^th May and Thursday 14^th May

• Those who are successful from the observed lesson will then be invited to the final stage: formal interview. This will involve an unseen task and a panel interview on Friday 15^th May.

Feniscowles 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.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as

convictions.

The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 obliges employers to take reasonable steps to reduce any workplace risks, therefore we encourage all of our employees to be vaccinated to protect themselves and everyone else at the workplace.

To apply for this position please download the application form and all supporting documentation from our school website:

www.feniscowlesprimary.com

Paper applications should be addressed to Mr Andrew at the school address above.

E-mail applications should be sent to:

sbm@feniscowles.blackburn.sch.uk

 

 

Starting Date: As soon as possible

Salary : Grade C – SCP 3 - 5

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Terms: Part-time Term-time Only

Application Deadline: Wednesday 29^th April, 12 noon.

Our Vision and Values

To be a highly effective school that 'Strives for Excellence' in all it does. A school where academic ambition meets exceptional character education, allowing ‘The Feniscowles Child’ to live life in its fullest.

Supported by values that define our culture and ethos, shaping the Feniscowles Child':

Endeavour Integrity Respect Diversity Compassion Forgiveness

Underpinned by our motto:

'Striving for Excellence'

TEACHING ASSISTANT

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional Teaching Assistant join our school; to provide a supportive, stimulating learning environment and to share our high expectations of achievement for all our children. The successful applicant will work in the classroom, deliver targeted interventions and provide welfare support at lunchtimes supporting the class teacher and assisting in meeting the personal, social and educational needs of all our children.

We are looking for an individual who:

• has experience of working with children with SEN

• will be an enthusiastic person who enjoys working with children and uses their own initiative

• value innovation, creativity and have high ambition

• be committed to the vision statement set out for our school, relentlessly striving for excellence in all aspects of school life

• has experience of supporting pupils’ learning in a range of classroom settings

• be committed to professional development and have the drive to become an outstanding practitioner

• has experience of supporting pupils’ learning in a range of classroom settings

• has proven skills in behaviour management

• have a warm heart and a big smile, ready to contribute to our school ethos and culture.

In return, we can offer:

• a welcoming school, with a friendly, enthusiastic and supportive staff team

• an ambitious and dynamic Senior Leadership Team

• a dedicated Governing Body

• supportive parents and children who are keen to learn

• extensive support and CPD.

Recruitment and Selection Process:

• Closing Date for Applications: 12:00 noon, Wednesday 29^th April 2026

• Please send applications to Mrs Turner at sbm@feniscowles.blackburn.sch.uk

• Shortlisting will take place on Thursday 30^th April and applicants being invited to the selection process will be advised on this day.

• Interviews will be held week commencing 4^th May 2026.

Feniscowles 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. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions.

 

We are looking to recruit enthusiastic and committed volunteers to support our school community. Opportunities include working in the classroom, supporting with administrative tasks, and listening to children read.

At our school, we take safeguarding very seriously. All volunteers will be required to attend an interview, have an enhanced DBS check and provide references. A full induction process will also be completed, just as it would be for a paid member of staff, ensuring our high standards are maintained.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please complete an application form and return it to Mrs Turner at sbm@feniscowles.blackburn.sch.uk.

We look forward to hearing from you!