Founded in 1566, our school has held an important place in our community for centuries, and we are very proud of our tradition as a successful, forward-thinking and caring school.
We pride ourselves on offering excellent education in all curriculum areas and a wide range of learning and enrichment opportunities. Our Christian values underpin all that we do in ensuring that all of our students achieve the highest academic standards and develop spiritually, morally, socially and culturally.
Our aim is to ensure that all students feel safe, happy and grow as successful learners and caring global citizens. Insisting on high standards in all that we do, we strive to encourage students to achieve their highest aspirations.
The school is set in an area of outstanding natural beauty, located close to the M61 and M60 motorway network. For more information about what it’s like to work at Rivington and Blackrod High School, please click here.
Leverhulme Academy Trust
Rivington and Blackrod High School is part of Leverhulme Church of England and Community Trust (Leverhulme Academy Trust) with Rivington and Blackrod Sixth Form and Harper Green School. As a Trust, we work together to ensure that all children receive an excellent education irrespective of their starting point. We relish the opportunity to be part of the much-needed regeneration of areas we work in and wish to play a full role in the wider community. Our mission is to discover dreams, achieve ambitions and transform lives.
The vision of Leverhulme Academy Trust is to provide the highest quality of education that creates a community of happy, successful and well-rounded individuals who can flourish and make a difference in our world.
Staff Values
Our values underpin our mission and provide the basis on which we will achieve our vision.
Student Values
Head of Art
Head of Art
Rivington and Blackrod High School, Horwich, Bolton, Lancashire
We wish to appoint a Head of Department who is committed to ensuring student enjoyment and progress in our Art department
Reading Mentor
Reading Mentor
Rivington and Blackrod High School, Horwich, Bolton, Lancashire
The School is looking to appoint a Reading Mentor, to work both on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, to support and assist students 11 – 16 years old with their reading fluency and comprehension.
Teaching Assistant Level 2
Teaching Assistant Level 2
Rivington and Blackrod High School, Horwich, Bolton, Lancashire
The School is looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant, experienced in working with students with special needs, including those with Educational Healthcare Plans and with their families and supporting...
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
If you are available for opportunities within our wider family of schools, why not join our Trust Talent Pool?
Head of Art
Head of Art
Rivington and Blackrod High School, Horwich, Bolton, Lancashire
We wish to appoint a Head of Department who is committed to ensuring student enjoyment and progress in our Art department
Reading Mentor
Reading Mentor
Rivington and Blackrod High School, Horwich, Bolton, Lancashire
The School is looking to appoint a Reading Mentor, to work both on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, to support and assist students 11 – 16 years old with their reading fluency and comprehension.
Teaching Assistant Level 2
Teaching Assistant Level 2
Rivington and Blackrod High School, Horwich, Bolton, Lancashire
The School is looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant, experienced in working with students with special needs, including those with Educational Healthcare Plans and with their families and supporting...
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
If you are available for opportunities within our wider family of schools, why not join our Trust Talent Pool?
Are you looking for a different role at Rivington and Blackrod High School? Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
If you are available for opportunities within our wider family of schools, why not join our Trust Talent Pool?