Class Teacher KS1

Claypool Primary; Horwich; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health care package

Job summary

Claypool Primary School in Bolton is seeking a KS1 Class Teacher to start 1st January 2027. The post is a full-time, permanent appointment on the Main Scale.

The Governors seek a highly motivated and skilled teacher who enjoys working with children, communicates well, and is energetic, caring and flexible; someone eager to join a committed, friendly team and to participate in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with QTS and KS1 experience.
• Strong classroom management and high expectations.
• Excellent communication with pupils, parents and staff.
• Energetic, flexible and committed to safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Teach KS1 class and deliver engaging lessons.
• Plan, assess and monitor pupil progress.
• Contribute to school-wide safeguarding and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support a positive learning environment.

Skills

Energetic and enthusiastic

Excellent classroom practitioner

Excellent communication skills

Caring, patient and flexible

Team player

Enjoys working with children

Education

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

Job description

Employer: Claypool Primary School
Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester
Salary: Main Scale T1 - T9 £32,916 - £51,048 per annum
Contract: Full time and permanent contract

Live On Site Until: noon on 25th September 2026
Applications Close: noon on 25th September 2026

Start Date: 1st January 2027
ECTs considered: Yes

Job Details

KS1 CLASS TEACHER

Required from 1st January 2027

Salary: Main scale

Contract Type: Full time and permanent

The Governors at Claypool wish to invite suitably qualified teachers to apply for the post of Key Stage One Class Teacher.

We are looking for someone who:

• Enjoys working with children;
• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations;
• Has excellent communication skills;
• Is energetic and enthusiastic;
• Is caring, patient and flexible;
• Is keen to join our hardworking, committed and friendly team.

In return we can offer:

• Friendly and caring children who have a positive attitude to learning;
• A committed and motivated staff team supported by an active Board of Governors;
• A school where everyone is valued;
• A genuine opportunity for shared leadership and professional development;
• A commitment to your health and well-being including a private health care package.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Successful applicants are subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.

Visits to meet the children and staff are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit to school please contact the school on 01204 333426.

We believe that shortlisted candidates should have time to consider their responses to the questions before the interview and so the questions will be shared with shortlisted candidates 30 minutes before the interview.

Completed application forms should be returned to the school by noon on Friday 25th September 2026
Shortlisting Tuesday 29th September 2026

Teaching task at Claypool Primary School Tuesday 6th, Wednesday 7th or Thursday 8th October 2026

Interviews Friday 9th October 2026

School Email address - [e-mail]

Supporting Documents

• Job Description
• Person Specification
• Bolton Council Schools (Teachers) Application Form