Heathwood Lower School Leighton Buzzard

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                                              School Vacancies

"Our vision is for every child to develop a love of learning, to be curious about the world around them, and to feel a true sense of belonging. We nurture kindness, encourage children to be courteous and respectful, and celebrate the differences that make each individual unique. Through the development of essential life skills, we prepare our children to be confident, successful learners, ready for the next steps in their lives.”

We aim to:

  • create a secure, happy, purposeful, stimulating and well managed learning environment.
  • provide opportunities for academic, social, emotional, moral and physical development for each child.
  • provide a broad, balanced curriculum appropriate to each child's needs. 
  • encourage children to share and work co-operatively. 
  • develop within each child a positive self-image and sense of achievement.
  • encourage high standards of behaviour, through a fair but firm approach to discipline.
  • work in partnership with parents in the education of their children.


Class Teacher 

Please apply via My New Term https://mynewterm.com/home

Applications by : Midday 15th May 2026
Interviews: 20th May 2026

Learning Support Assistants 

Please apply via My New Term https://mynewterm.com/home

We have 2 vacancies 

1. 27.5 hours per week 9-3.30pm Monday to Friday 
2.  15.5 hours per week  9-3.30pm on Thursday and Mon,Tue,Wed and Fri 1pm-3.30pm
Applications by : Midday 22nd May 2026
Interviews: 2nd June 2026

Governor Vacancy

Do you want to make a difference in your local community? Do you work well in a team and enjoy responsibility? Do you believe that all children should achieve their potential and enjoy a rich curriculum with exciting learning opportunities?

No school or educational experience is needed. We are a very welcoming team and you would get lots of support and a full induction for this very rewarding role.

 

We have vacancies for Co-Opted and Local Authority Governors with particular experience in Finance or Early Years.

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If you are interested in any of these roles, please contact the school at office@heathwood.beds.sch.uk


If you would like an informal chat with one of our Governors, the school office will happily arrange this for you.