Queensbridge Primary School

Class Teacher To begin September 2026

Pay Scale Main Pay Scale (T1-T6)

Queensbridge is a true community school with 247 very special reasons why you would want to make a positive difference to our whole school family.

From the moment our children join us, we provide the firm foundations, opportunities and experiences to enable them to achieve their goals within an inclusive environment. We teach our children to stay positive, embrace diversity, work collaboratively and to tackle challenges head-on. We prepare them for a world which is ever evolving with a view that education is an entitlement for all.

We believe that the quality of education we provide should be of the standard that we would expect for our own children. With this as our ‘non-negotiable’, we build partnerships between home and school so that our learners are able to become the best versions of themselves.

The Governors of this popular school wish to appoint a dynamic class teacher. We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and resilient individual to work in partnership with both the Head and Deputy Headteacher and wider team, to build on our successes and drive the school forward in future development and growth. The position is a great opportunity for individuals who are unafraid of a challenge and is committed to school improvement.

The recruitment for this position is vitally important to get right. We are looking for someone who is prepared to work hard and go the extra mile for the one thing that matters the most, our children.

We are looking for someone who:

Will always put the children at the heart of everything;

Is committed to delivering the school vision and upholding the school values.

Will be a positive role model who reinforces positive behaviour strategies with high expectations of children’s behaviour Is a talented classroom practitioner, with strong subject knowledge

Is nurturing and forms strong relationships with children and parents;
Is able to work collaboratively with external agencies and the wider community; Has good organisational, interpersonal and communication skills;

Has a “can do” attitude.

In return we will offer:

247 gorgeous and curious children who are eager to learn;

The support of a happy and hardworking team;

The opportunity to make a positive difference; Relevant CPD;

An inclusive school with a 16 place SEND Unit.

Staff who celebrate important milestones eg birthdays, new baby, or special achievements.

An environment where people are truly valued and are rewarded for hard work

A dedicated, newly refurbished staff room

Access to Bolton Council’s Occupational Health Support Scheme, Viv Up

PPA time at home

Staff Star of The Week

Teacher Laptops and Positive Teacher Company Planner If you are interested in such a position, we strongly recommend that you visit our wonderful school.

Please contact us to make appropriate arrangements by emailing the school on office@queensbridge.bolton.sch.uk , or by telephone on 01204 332577.

Visits can be arranged for either Monday 16th March 2026 at 9.15am, Thursday 19th March at 10.00am, Tuesday 24th March at either 9.15am or 2.00pm, Wednesday 25th March at 3.30pm.


Please email your completed application form, together with your supporting statement to office@queensbridge.bolton.sch.uk

Application Deadline Tuesday 14th April 2026 (9am)
Shortlisting Wednesday 15th April 2026
Interviews Week commencing Monday 20th April, 2026.

Queensbridge Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment.

The above post will be subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service, satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.


Supporting Documents

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Person Specification
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Location

St Germain Street, Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 7BQ, United Kingdom

Job ID

2720

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