Overview
Heathfield Primary School
Henniker Road, Bolton BL3 3TP
Telephone: 01204 333595
Email: recruitment@heathfield.bolton.sch.uk
Headteacher: Mr. M. D Thornley BSC (Hons) NPQH
Position
CLASS TEACHER (YEAR 3) – MATERNITY COVER
Starting date: 1st January 2026
12-month contract
About Heathfield
The Governors at Heathfield Primary School would like to appoint a highly effective, dedicated and enthusiastic classroom teacher. We are looking for an inspirational and effective teacher to join the Heathfield family.
Responsibilities / What the successful candidate will need to demonstrate
* A commitment to the Heathfield vision and values The Heathfield Way
* Excellent, inclusive classroom practice including effective assessment for learning
* Secure understanding of phonics
* A proven track record of success and improving children’s outcomes
* A determination that children can keep up with age related expectations through effective quality first teaching
* Secure subject knowledge
* Accurate self-reflection, responding positively to feedback
* High expectations of achievement and behaviour
* Willingness to work as part of a team, with excellent organisational skills, in a fast paced environment
* Play a full part in the wider life of school
* We will have Ofsted this academic year and so needs to feel comfortable with this experience
What we offer
* A hard working, committed and talented staff team
* A supportive governing board
* A supportive, forward thinking leadership team committed to raising standards and providing a broad and balanced curriculum for all children
* Motivated, enthusiastic and well behaved children with supportive parents
* Excellent CPD to further your professional development
* An excellent opportunity to further enhance and develop the future of Heathfield
Questions
If you have any further questions, please email recruitment@heathfield.bolton.sch.uk
Site visits
Tours of the school are welcome and encouraged. We are offering visits on the following dates: Friday 26th September 4:00pm; Friday 3rd October 4:00pm
Please contact the school or email recruitment@heathfield.bolton.sch.uk to book a place.
Application process
Applications for this post should be made using the Bolton application form and include a supporting letter on not more than two sides of A4, font size 12, which outlines your suitability for the post against the information in this advert and the job description.
Applications must be received in school by 9am on the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered for shortlisting.
* Closing date: Monday 13th October
* Short listing: Monday 13th October
* Recruitment Process: Week beginning Monday 13th October and Monday 20th October
* Lesson observation in own setting/Heathfield
* Interviews: Wednesday 22nd October/Friday 24th October
Applications should be returned by email to recruitment@heathfield.bolton.sch.uk
Safeguarding
Heathfield CP School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and 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 (DBS).
Bolton Council Schools (Teachers) Application Form
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