Year 2 Class Teacher (Maternity)

Role based at Bolton Brow Primary Academy, Sowerby Bridge. HX6 2BA.

Salary: Teacher Scales
Contract: Maternity
Hours: 0.8FTE, Tuesday - Friday
Closing Date: Monday 13th April 2026 at 9am
Interview: Tuesday 21st April 2026
Start Date: Likely to be 1st September 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

 

An exciting opportunity has arisen. We are looking for an inspirational and dynamic Class Teacher to join our GOOD School (Ofsted November 2022). You will play an essential part of our school community, supporting our amazing children through their time with us.

 

The outstanding Practitioner will work 4 days per week in our amazing school as the Year 2 Class Teacher on a maternity contract basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about KS1, has high expectations for all pupils and wants to be part of a supportive, values-driven school community.

 

What the role involves in a nutshell

• Taking full responsibility for a Year 2 class, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning.

• Upholding the professional standards for teachers and the Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document.

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons that meet the needs of all learners.

• Promote the school's vision and values.

• Assessing, tracking and reporting pupil progress effectively.

• Creating a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment.

• Promoting and modelling the school’s vision and values.

• Securing and maintaining good relationships, contributing to a positive culture, with teaching and non-teaching staff, parents, and governors.

What you’ll get in return?

You’ll be joining a school and Trust which is all about putting staff first – with numerous wellbeing initiatives and social events to enjoy each term!

In addition to this you will benefit from:

• Automatic enrolment to the Teacher Pension Fund.

• A Supportive and forward-thinking Leadership Team.

• Staff development through proactive personal and professional development.

• Working as part of a creative and supportive team who want the best for all of our students.

• Free Parking.

• Cycle to Work scheme.

• Eye Care.

• Annual Flu Vaccines.

• Home & Technology Scheme.

• Rewards and discounts.

• GP Online and Prescription Service.

• Your Care Wellbeing Platform & EAP.

• Lifestyle benefits & discounts.

Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success, and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role.

If our school sounds like a place in which you could really make a difference, then we’d love to hear from you.

A tour of the school will be available, please contact Mrs Fawcett in the office to make the request. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Read our Job Pack below for more information.

HOW TO APPLY

Could we be a good fit for each other? If you’d like a chat about the role, ahead of making a formal application, we’d be delighted to hear from you. Please contact our School Administrator Gail Fawcett via g.fawcett@boltonbrow.tlt.school 

If you’re ready to apply, please complete our online application form.

SAFER RECRUITMENT

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to behave in a way that supports this commitment and are subject to an enhanced DBS check. Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. If you are shortlisted for interview, we will undertake an online public search in line with guidance from the Department for Education and Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.