⭐ Classroom Teacher (Maternity Cover) – Full-Time | April Start

Are you an inspiring and energetic teacher looking to join a warm, collaborative primary team? School Chichester border.

We’re searching for a talented practitioner to cover a maternity post, working full‑time across the summer term.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a well‑established, forward‑thinking primary setting where children are enthusiastic, curious, and genuinely love coming to school.

✨ What You’ll Be Joining

You’ll become part of a community that prides itself on:

• Children who are engaged, motivated, and a joy to teach
• A supportive staff team who share ideas, celebrate successes, and work closely together
• Strong, experienced leadership committed to helping every teacher flourish
• Bright, well‑resourced classrooms designed to nurture creativity and independence
• A school culture built on kindness, confidence, creativity, happiness, and safety
• Continuous professional development and encouragement to grow your practice

📌 Role Overview

Position: Classroom Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Contract: Full-time, 5 days per week
Start date: Mid‑April 2026
Contract end: 31st August 2026
Salary: Main Pay Scale (M1–M6), dependent on experience

You will be teaching a full primary class and contributing to wider school life. Subject leadership opportunities may also be available depending on your interests and experience.

🌟 Who We’re Looking For

You could be the perfect fit if you are:

• An excellent classroom teacher with high expectations and strong behaviour management
• Passionate about creating lessons that excite, challenge, and inspire children
• Committed to inclusive practice, ensuring every child feels valued and supported
• Skilled at building positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families
• A reflective practitioner who loves new ideas and embraces professional development
• Keen to contribute to extracurricular life and the wider school community
• Organised, proactive, and full of positivity

🔒 Safeguarding Commitment

This role involves working with children and is subject to safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced DBS and satisfactory references. The school is committed to the welfare and protection of every child and expects all staff to share this responsibility.

Apply now — interviews available this week.

Safeguarding:

The school is highly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. All staff must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services.

Join the team and help make a difference in the lives of the students. Apply now to learn more about this rewarding opportunity.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about education and eager to make a difference in the lives of young learners, we would love to hear from you. Apply below.