Class Teacher (Key Stage 1)

Gaskell Community Primary School

Position: Class Teacher (Key Stage 1)

• Start Date: 22nd February 2027
• End Date: 31st December 2027
• Contract Type: Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)
• Salary: Main Qualified Teacher Pay Scale (MPS 16) £32,916 to £45,352
• Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester

About the Role The Governors of Gaskell Community Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and outstanding Classroom Practitioner to join our team, ideally teaching within Key Stage 1.

This is a fixed-term contract running from 22nd February 2027 until 31st December 2027. Early Career Teachers (ECTs) as well as experienced teachers are warmly welcomed to apply.

The successful applicant will join our friendly, supportive, and high-performing teaching team, dedicated to delivering an engaging, broad, and balanced curriculum to our wonderful children.

The Successful Candidate Will Be:

• An excellent Key Stage 1 Classroom Practitioner committed to raising standards and providing inspiring, purposeful learning opportunities.
• Creative, flexible, and independent in their pedagogical approach.
• Able to demonstrate a proven track record of helping learners make good or outstanding progress.
• Highly collaborative, enthusiastic, and eager to contribute to the wider school community.
• A fantastic team player with high expectations and a positive, resilient attitude.

In Return, We Can Offer You:

• Delightful, motivated children who are eager to learn and proud of their school.
• A supportive, ambitious, and collaborative staff team and leadership group.
• Active and supportive Governors and parents.
• Dedicated planning, preparation, and assessment (PPA) time and a tailored commitment to your continuous professional development (CPD).
• A welcoming, inclusive, and positive school culture where every member of staff is valued.

Application Details

Applications must be submitted using the standard Bolton Council Application Form,
accompanied by a supporting letter of no more than two sides of A4 outlining your suitability
for the role.

• Send completed applications to: Sarah Barlow, Headteacher
• Email: office@gaskellprimary.co.uk
• Postal Address: Gaskell Community Primary School, Thomas Holden Street, Bolton, BL1 2QG

Key Recruitment Dates:

Closing Date: Friday 27th November 2027 (Noon)
Shortlisting: Monday 30th November 2027
Interviews & Observations: Week beginning 30th November 2027

Safeguarding Statement

Gaskell Community 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 subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory
references.