⭐ Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) – Full Time | June or September 2026 Start

Are you an inspiring primary teacher looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact?

We are seeking a passionate and committed Class Teacher to join a friendly, high‑performing primary team on a maternity contract. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a supportive environment, values high standards, and loves helping children achieve their very best.

✨ About the Role

This is a full‑time teaching role beginning June or September 2026, suitable for both experienced teachers and confident early career teachers looking to grow.

Contract type: Maternity Cover
Salary: £32,916 – £45,350 (Main to Upper Pay Scale)
Reports to: Headteacher

The successful candidate will play an important part in the school community, delivering high‑quality teaching and contributing to its positive, caring ethos.

🌈 What You’ll Bring

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an enthusiastic, reflective and effective classroom practitioner
• Holds Qualified Teacher Status and a relevant degree
• Understands how children learn and can adapt teaching to meet a range of needs
• Creates lessons that inspire, challenge and engage pupils of all abilities
• Sets high expectations for behaviour, progress and personal development
• Uses assessment intelligently to drive standards and support every child
• Communicates clearly with pupils, colleagues and families
• Works positively as part of a team and contributes to the wider life of the school
• Is committed to safeguarding, inclusion and promoting pupil wellbeing

📚 Key Responsibilities

As Class Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver well‑structured lessons that follow the curriculum and school expectations
• Monitor and record pupil progress, providing high‑quality feedback and reporting
• Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils, including SEND, EAL and more‑able learners
• Prepare pupils for assessments and ensure they make consistent, meaningful progress
• Maintain a calm, purposeful learning environment with effective behaviour management
• Take part in staff development, training, mentoring or appraisal as required
• Contribute actively to curriculum development, whole‑school projects and enrichment activities
• Uphold professional standards, safeguarding duties and the values of the school

For teachers on the Upper Pay Scale, additional leadership and mentoring responsibilities may be included.

✨ What You Can Expect in Return

• A supportive senior leadership team
• Collaborative colleagues who share ideas and celebrate success
• A warm and inclusive school culture
• Ongoing CPD and opportunities to develop leadership skills
• Happy, motivated pupils who love learning

The school prides itself on its welcoming community spirit and is committed to supporting staff at every stage of their career.

🔒 Safeguarding Commitment

All applicants will be required to follow safeguarding procedures, including an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. The school is dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing environment for all children.

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.