KS2 Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Year 5 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Location: Larkhill
Contract: Fixed-term Maternity Cover
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: MPS M1-M6

We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and inspiring Year 5 Class Teacher to join our friendly and supportive school community in Larkhill on a fixed-term maternity cover from September 2026. 

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate teacher who is committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning, building positive relationships with pupils, and making a real difference to children's educational journey.

The Role

The successful candidate will have full teaching responsibilities, including:

Planning and delivering engaging, high-quality lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
Assessing, monitoring, and reporting on pupil progress.
Creating a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
Managing classroom behaviour effectively.
Working collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external professionals to support pupil achievement.
Contributing to the wider life of the school.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Has experience teaching within Key Stage 2 (Year 5 experience is desirable but not essential).
Has high expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour.
Is organised, proactive, and committed to raising standards.
Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Is passionate about helping every child reach their full potential.

We Offer:

A welcoming and supportive staff team.
Well-behaved, enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning.
A positive working environment with opportunities for professional development.
A well-resourced school committed to staff wellbeing.
How to Apply

This vacancy is being managed by Teaching Personnel.

To express your interest or arrange an interview, please contact Teaching Personnel, who will coordinate interview appointments directly with the school.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment procedures.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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