Class Teacher – Maternity Leave

TN United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Class Teacher to cover maternity leave at a vibrant primary school. The ideal candidate will inspire students and uphold the school's vision, fostering a love for learning in a supportive environment. With a focus on innovation and high expectations, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on young learners. Join a passionate team committed to excellence and enjoy opportunities for professional development in a collaborative setting. If you are ready to contribute to a thriving educational community, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Leadership Team

Collaborative Working Environment

Engaging Learning Atmosphere

Qualifications

• Passionate about student success and high expectations.
• Excellent subject knowledge of the Primary curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Support the vision and ethos of the school.
• Work collaboratively with the Senior Management Team.

Skills

Primary Curriculum Knowledge

Classroom Management

Creative Teaching

Collaboration with Parents

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in Education

Job description

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Walmsley CE Primary School is a 1.5 form entry primary school located in Egerton, Bolton. Our school has a warm, welcoming atmosphere and a strong focus on providing a high-quality education for all our pupils. With a rich history and a commitment to continuous improvement, we strive to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

Class Teacher Maternity Leave

• Vacancy for: Class Teacher
• Required from: September 2025
• Salary Grade: T1 T9 £31,650 - £49,084 per annum
• Working hours: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term Maternity leave

We are seeking an exceptional Class Teacher to join our dedicated team at Walmsley CE Primary School. This post is to cover a maternity leave and the year group/key stage will be decided based on experience of successful candidate. We are looking for an excellent practitioner who is both innovative and has extremely high expectations of themselves and the children in their care. You will work in partnership with the Senior Management Team and Governors to support the maintenance and future development of the school. We are looking for a dynamic, creative, imaginative and inspirational teacher who has the qualities to continue to develop our children’s love of learning and excitement about coming to school each day.

We are seeking to appoint a class teacher who:

• Will be dedicated in supporting, upholding and further developing the vision and Christian ethos of our school.
• Has an excellent subject knowledge of the Primary curriculum.
• Has high expectations of themselves, pupils and staff.
• Is passionate in their belief that every child can and should achieve success.
• Is an excellent and creative classroom practitioner, with evidence of high achievement and expertise.
• Is highly motivated and hard working.
• Will be committed to excellence in all aspects of the school’s performance.
• Will have a continuing commitment and involvement with parents, the church, the wider community and all stakeholders.
• Is charismatic and will promote the school to others.

Walmsley CE Primary School can offer the successful candidate excellent career development, well-motivated and well behaved pupils who enjoy learning, a supportive leadership team and Governing Board - and the chance to make a difference.

As a school we offer all staff:

An opportunity to work in collaboration with Governors, staff, parents and the community to maintain the existing high standards and to take forward new and existing opportunities for further development.

• An opportunity to work with a team that is a hardworking and enthusiastic, committed to the school and with a focus on happy and well-motivated pupils, each of whom achieves their best.
• An opportunity to work in collaboration and on a wider basis with other agencies including the Diocese, the Local Authority, the Cluster and our Professional Learning Network.

Why Walmsley CE Primary School?

At Walmsley CE Primary School, we are proud to be a dyslexia-friendly school with a strong focus on music and a wide range of sporting activities. We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, with opportunities for professional development and career progression.

If you are excited about the prospect of joining our team and contributing to the continued success of Walmsley CE Primary School, we encourage you to apply.

Closing Date for Applications: Thursday 15 th May 12pm

Shortlisting Thursday 15 th May

Interviews will be held on Friday 23 rd May am

Application forms, job description and person specification are available to download from the greater jobs website or our school website.

Please do not send CV’s as they will not be considered.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office to arrange a mutually convenient time.

Completed application forms are to be returned for the attention of the Headteacher, Mrs J Atherton, by 12pm on Thursday 15 th May, by email only, to [emailprotected]