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KS1 Class Teacher

Gaskell Community Primary School, Bolton, Lancashire, BL1 2QG

24 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  22 February 2027

• Closing date

  27 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  3 November 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (550)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - 10 months - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: M1 - M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

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.

What the school offers its staff

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.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Purpose of the Job

• To carry out the professional duties of a teacher as set out in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document (STPCD) and the UK Teachers’ Standards.

• To deliver high-quality, engaging, and creative teaching and learning to Key Stage 1 pupils.

• To foster a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom culture that promotes high expectations, good behavior, and rapid progress for all pupils.

• To contribute actively to the wider life, values, and ethos of Gaskell Community Primary School.

Key Duties and Responsibilities/Teaching and Learning

• Plan, prepare, and deliver well-structured, ambitious lessons across the Key Stage 1 National Curriculum that meet the needs of all pupils.

• Set high expectations for learning, progress, and conduct, ensuring every child is challenged and supported (including pupils with SEND, EAL, and disadvantaged pupils).

• Use a range of teaching strategies, resources, and digital technology to stimulate interest and deepen understanding.

• Assess, record, and report on the development, progress, and attainment of pupils in line with school policies.

• Provide timely, constructive feedback to pupils to guide their learning and next steps.

Classroom Management and Pupil Welfare

• Maintain a well-organised, safe, stimulating, and supportive classroom environment conducive to effective learning.

• Implement the school’s Positive Behavior Policy consistently, establishing clear rules and routines to manage behavior effectively and foster mutual respect.

• Promote pupil well-being, safeguarding, health, and safety at all times.

• Liaise with the SENCO, Pastoral Team, and external agencies where appropriate to support vulnerable pupils.

Professional Responsibilities and Development

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across KS1 and the wider school team to plan curriculum content, share good practice, and maintain consistency.

• Communicate effectively and professionally with parents, carers, and guardians regarding pupils' progress, achievements, and well-being.

• Participate in staff meetings, INSET days, parent consultation evenings, and school events.

• Engage proactively in continuous professional development (CPD) and the school's performance management / appraisal process.

Safeguarding and Inclusion

• Adhere strictly to the school’s Safeguarding, Child Protection, and Health & Safety policies.

• Identify and report any safeguarding concerns promptly following school procedures.

• Ensure equal opportunities for all pupils, celebrating diversity within the school community.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or expected QTS prior to January 2027.
• Degree level qualification.
• Evidence of recent, relevant professional development.

Experience

• Proven record of successful teaching / teaching placements within Key Stage 1.
• Experience of planning and delivering the KS1 National Curriculum.
• Experience working with EAL or SEND learners in an inclusive setting.

Knowledge & Understanding

• Strong understanding of the KS1 National Curriculum and assessment methods.
• Knowledge of statutory assessment requirements (e.g., Phonics Screening, SATs).
• Thorough understanding of child safeguarding and protection procedures.
• Clear understanding of effective evidence-based pedagogical approaches (e.g., cognitive load theory, formative retrieval).

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to plan engaging, differentiated, and well-paced lessons.
• Effective classroom management and positive behavior strategies.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to analyse pupil tracking data to inform teaching and intervention.
• Willingness or ability to lead or assist with an extra-curricular club or school initiative.

Personal Qualities

• High expectations of pupils' work and conduct.
• Enthusiasm, warmth, positivity, and a sense of fun.
• Strong team player with a collaborative, supportive approach.
• Resilience, flexibility, and a commitment to personal professional growth.

This job description may be amended at any time following discussion between the Headteacher and the member of staff, and will be reviewed annually as part of the appraisal cycle.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Gaskell Community Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 472 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Gaskell Community Primary School website
• Email address: office@gaskellprimary.co.uk
• Phone number: 01204333666
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/gaskell-community-primary-school

Arranging a visit to Gaskell Community Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@gaskellprimary.co.uk.

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