Teacher of English NEW Sharples School Posted today Bolton £32,916 - £51,048 per annum Fixed Ex[...]

Bolton Gin Company; Bolton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking educational institution in Bolton seeks a Teacher of English for a maternity cover, offering a competitive salary range of £32,916–£51,048. The position is suitable for both Early Career Teachers and experienced professionals, with a supportive induction program in place. Applicants should possess excellent communication skills and a strong understanding of the curriculum. Benefits include access to the Teachers Pension scheme and various wellbeing incentives. Apply by email to [e-mail] before December 8, 2025.

Benefits

Teachers Pension scheme

On-site staff car-parking

Employee assistance programme

Wellbeing incentives

CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• High level of subject expertise and understanding of curriculum.
• Excellent teaching and improving student outcomes.
• Ability to set high expectations for students.

Responsibilities

• Plan teaching to achieve outstanding progress in students’ learning.
• Set high expectations for students’ behaviour.
• Use a variety of teaching methods to keep pupils engaged.
• Monitor students' work and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

High level of subject expertise

Understanding of curriculum and assessment issues

Ability to improve student outcomes

Job description

Sharples School

‘The pupils embody their school motto of Learn Dream Achieve’ (Ofsted January 2025)

Gold Winner Pearson Teaching Awards ‘Secondary School of the Year 2023‑24’

2024 Progress 8 score + 0.86, 2025 English/maths GCSE Grade 5+ 62%, 4+ 82%

Position

TEACHER OF ENGLISH MATERNITY COVER, T1‑T9 salary (£32,916‑£51,048). A TLR for responsibility within the Department is available for the right candidate. 1‑year fixed term post required for April 2026.

School Overview

Sharples School Multi‑Academy Trust is an over‑subscribed mixed comprehensive with over 1,200 pupils on roll, situated in the North of Bolton. It provides stimulating and innovative opportunities for learning, transforming the aspirations and educational outcomes for all students and the local community. After previously being graded Good in 2019, Sharples was judged as ‘significantly improved in all areas’ at its last inspection in January 2025.

Teaching Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher of English to work in our forward‑thinking and successful school as we strive to be outstanding in all we do. The post would be suitable for either an Early Career Teacher or an experienced teacher. Sharples School provides a very successful and supportive induction programme for ECT’s. For experienced members of the profession there are many opportunities within the school to add to their existing range of experience and expertise and lead on aspects of teaching and learning. There are opportunities for working with classes across the ability spectrum at both Key Stage 3 and 4 and to work in a pastoral role as a form tutor.

Qualifications & Experience

• Excellent communication skills
• A high level of subject expertise and an in‑depth understanding of curriculum, pedagogical and assessment issues associated with achieving outstanding results at both key stages
• Excellent teaching and improving student outcomes

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Plan teaching to achieve outstanding progress in students’ learning
• Set high expectations for students’ behaviour, establishing and maintaining a good standard of discipline through well focused teaching and the development of positive and productive relationships
• Use a variety of teaching methods and resources, which sustain the momentum of students’ work and keep all pupils engaged
• Use assessment information to inform planning and maximise progress
• Mark and monitor students’ work providing constructive feedback and setting appropriate targets to maximise progress

Benefits

As a valued member of the Sharples family, you will have access to a range of generous employee benefits, including the Teachers Pension scheme, on‑site staff car‑parking, access to the ‘Vivup’ employee assistant programme and other wellbeing incentives and CPD opportunities.

Application Process

To apply for this post, download the school application form which should be completed in full and submitted with a letter of application outlining how you meet the requirements of the post. This should be no more than two sides of A4, point 10, and send by e‑mail to [e-mail] no later than 9.00 am on Monday 8 December 2025. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 16 December 2025. Please note that CVs are not accepted. We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship.

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

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. The school operates the local authority no smoking policy and is a no smoking site.