--- title: "Dowson - Teacher" url: "https://enquirelearningtrust.org/job-vacancies/dowson-teacher-2" school: "The Enquire Learning Trust" --- # Dowson - Teacher ![](https://files.schudio.com/enquire-learning-trust-3/images/vacancies/Dowson-Logo(6).png) [Apply Now](https://enquirelearningtrust.org/job-vacancies/apply/dowson-teacher-2) ![](https://enquirelearningtrust.org/theme/fcat/img/icons/map-marker.png) Dowson Primary Academy ![](https://enquirelearningtrust.org/theme/fcat/img/icons/contract.png) **Contract:** Fixed Term ![](https://enquirelearningtrust.org/theme/fcat/img/icons/money.png) **Salary:** MPS ![](https://enquirelearningtrust.org/theme/fcat/img/icons/close-date.png) **Closing date for applications:** 19 November 2026, 12.00pm **Interview Date:** 24 November 2026 **Reference Number:** ELTNOV2601 **YEAR 1 TEACHER** Ref ELTNOV2601 **Working Hours:** Full time **Salary Scale Range:** Main Scale **Contract Type:** Temporary **Start Date:** February 1st 2027 **Location:** Dowson Primary Academy, Marlborough Road, Hyde, SK14 5HU **About us** We are a large, two-form entry school with a strong recent Ofsted inspection (July 2026). **We can offer:** - A happy, friendly school with an aspirational ethos and highly dedicated staff - A chance to inspire the children of our community to make a positive difference to tomorrow’s world - An opportunity to maximise your professional development *.* **About the role** *We are seeking a full-time class teacher for a Year 1 class to cover a maternity leave for a year on a temporary contract until the post holder returns. The contract will begin on February 1st 2027 and end at February half term in 2028.* **What we are looking for** - *Are you an enthusiastic, passionate, innovative and hard-working team player who is committed to achieving personal and academic excellence?* - *Do you want the challenge of joining a school delivering an inspirational curriculum with a strong set of values and principles upon which it is delivered?* - *If you are an exemplary practitioner who is dedicated to creating an extraordinary generation for the future, then we look forward to receiving your application.* **Can you demonstrate that you:** - Have a proven track record of delivering high quality teaching and learning with classes of children, securing positive outcomes and managing behaviour well? - Are a reflective, self-driven and motivated learner who is committed to their own continued professional development and improvement in your practice? - Are a practitioner who keeps children’s achievement and well-being at the heart of all they do? **What we can offer** Membership of *– relevant pension scheme* Opportunities for development and progression Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured Cycle to Work Scheme Octopus EV Scheme Lifestyle savings **For more information, please contact Nicola Lane, Academy Business Manager** Visits to school are welcome; please contact the school office on *0161 366 0177* **How to apply** You can apply for this position by visiting [The Enquire Learning Trust](https://enquirelearningtrust.org/) **Closing date and time: 19th November 2026 12noon** **Interview Date: 24th November 2026** **DBS/Safeguarding Statement** The Enquire Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As this post involves access to children or vulnerable adults, the successful applicant will be required to obtain an **Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS** ### Documents [ APPLICATION PACK](https://files.schudio.com/enquire-learning-trust-3/files/vacancies/ELT_Application_Pack_Dowson_Teacher_Year_1_November_2026_(1).docx) ### Join Us - [Be Part of Enquire](https://enquirelearningtrust.org/join/join-us) - [Recruitment](https://enquirelearningtrust.org/join/recruitment) - [Professional Development](https://enquirelearningtrust.org/join/professional-development) - [Current Vacancies](https://enquirelearningtrust.org/job-vacancies) ![The Enquire Learning Trust](https://files.schudio.com/enquire-learning-trust-3/images/logo/Logo_orange_new_white.png) ### The Enquire Learning Trust 18 Appleton Court Wakefield WF2 7AR ‭01924 792960‬ ### Helpful Links: - [Calendar](https://enquirelearningtrust.org/calendar) - [Current Vacancies](https://enquirelearningtrust.org/job-vacancies) - [Working with ELT](https://enquirelearningtrust.org/key-information/procurement) ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/enquirelearningtrust.org) - [X](https://twitter.com/EnquireTrust) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/enquirelearningtrust/) © Copyright 2025–2026 The Enquire Learning Trust School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://enquirelearningtrust.org/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)