Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

St Matthew's CE Primary (Bolton); Bolton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St Matthew’s CE Primary (Bolton) invites applications for a Year 3 Classroom Teacher to cover maternity leave. The post is full-time and based in Bolton, starting from 1st November 2026, within a large, happy and safe school that upholds a loving Christian ethos and inclusive community.

We seek an inspirational teacher who can support academic progress while nurturing social, creative and sporting development, and who will work closely with staff, families and governors to maintain our high

Job description

Year 3 Classroom Teacher - Maternity Cover

from 1st November 2026 Maternity Cover

Salary Range T1 to T6

Full Time Working Pattern

The children, staff, parents and governors of St Matthew’s are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dedicated Classroom Teacher, to cover maternity leave, who is capable of delivering educational excellence and is committed to ensuring that the school remains “a loving family that shares, learns, prays and flourishes together.” We are a welcoming and inclusive church school serving a diverse local community. Our Christian vision and values underpin our daily life within school and our Christian foundations shine brightly for all to see, guiding us spiritually, morally, socially and intellectually to become confident, successful and aspirational individuals.

Our children and staff uphold our Christian values of Love, Friendship, Creativity and Respect; caring for, respecting and valuing each other within our school community and beyond.

We are looking for an Classroom Teacher who will join our large, happy, successful and safe school and is committed to ensuring that;

Every child is cared for as an individual and nurtured to reach their personal potential

The importance of academic progress is accompanied by opportunities to develop social, creative and sporting skills.

The Christian ethos continues to flourish within the diverse community

Families are actively encouraged to be involved in their child’s education

All staff are respected, supported and appreciated.

In return we can offer the successful candidate the opportunity to;

Join a school that strives for academic excellence and provides an exciting and enriching experience for all of our children

Continue the successful work of the whole school in having secured “Good” results in both SIAMS and Ofsted inspections

Work alongside a dedicated and loyal staff team

Work in a vibrant and well-resourced school building and grounds including Forest School’s extensive outdoor space and purpose-built learning environment

Be supported by a committed and enthusiastic Governing Body

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Supporting Documents

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