Job Description

The Governors, staff and children of Bridgewater Primary wish to appoint an outstanding class teacher to join our highly motivated and dedicated team to start in January 2026.


We welcome applications from both Early Career Teachers and experienced teachers. The position is initially for a teacher in lower KS2.


Our children deserve the very best. As such, we seek teachers who:

Are reflective, self-motivated and committed to the school Demonstrate a real passion for teaching and learning and promote the highest standards Offer enthusiastic and creative ways to engage learners Are thoroughly professional and able to build strong links with staff, pupils and parents

In return, we can offer: a friendly, supportive and committed staff team; engaged and interested learners; strong leadership and the opportunity to develop.


For full details, please see the job description and person specification.


Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. If you would like to arrange a school visit please contact the school office at office@bridgewaterprimaryschool.co.uk or by calling 0161 921 1191.

Closing Date:

17th November 2026.

Observations and Interviews

: from 24th November 2026.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.



If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the link below for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character.


https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants


We will not be accepting candidates who require a sponsorship for this position.

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