The Orchards Federation
GREEN FOLD SPECIALIST SCHOOL
The Orchards, Highfield Road, Farnworth, Bolton BL4 0NS
Tel: 01204 335883
Class Teacher
Start date: April 2026 or sooner
Salary: T1 £32,916 T9 £51,048 + 1 SEN point £2,787 allowance per annum
Location: Orchards Lower Site
Green Fold is a Primary Special School for pupils with multiple, physical and severe learning difficulties including Autism. We are looking to appoint an excellent and enthusiastic class teacher who will join our highly committed team.
Our latest Ofsted Inspection November 2023 was judged OUTSTANDING.
Along with Cherry Tree School, a two-form entry Primary School, and The Orchards Nursery School, we form The Orchards Federation, our mission statement is:
‘Growing, Learning, Laughing, Sharing Celebrating Success Together!
We can offer:
* A unique opportunity to work as part of and within a federation
* A friendly, committed, knowledgeable, highly skilled and supportive staff
* Good CPD opportunities
We are looking for teachers who can demonstrate:
* Excellent classroom practice
* A commitment to inclusion and valuing diversity
* A commitment to high standards for all
If you would like to visit the school, the following dates and times are available:
Tuesday 16th December 2025 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Tuesday 6th January 2026 2:00pm 4:30pm
Thursday 8th January 2026 8:30am 11:00am
Please contact Mrs Lisa Walker, Head Teacher, by email on walkerl@theorchards.bolton.sch.uk to arrange your visit.
Closing date: Monday 12 January 2026 at 9.00am
Lesson Observations: Friday 23 January 2026 9:30am 2:30pm
Panel Interview: Tuesday 27 January 2026
To obtain an application pack please download from the Greater Jobs website or school website. Completed applications to be emailed to recruitment@theorchards.bolton.sch.uk. Ref: GF Perm Teacher.
Please note a full application form must be submitted as CV’s and late applications will not be accepted. Accompanying information must not to be more than two sides of A4.
The School is committed to safer recruitment practice, and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and a barred list check
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and it expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.