Class Teacher

St Rumon's Church of England Infants School; Tavistock; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St Rumon’s CE Infant School in Tavistock is seeking a passionate KS1 classroom teacher for a fixed term maternity cover, full-time post. The successful candidate will join a supportive team within a values-led Church of England school and contribute to high-quality provision for all learners.

The role requires a rigorous practitioner with a creative approach to make learning engaging, and a commitment to safeguarding, with arrangements aligned to the school’s CPD culture and ethos.

Qualifications

• Rigorous practitioner with a creative flare and zest to bring learning to life.
• Experience and skill in challenging each pupil from different starting points.
• Collaborative approach to drive school improvement and high expectations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging KS1 lessons to a range of abilities.
• Assess and track pupil progress and adapt teaching to needs.

Skills

Classroom teaching

KS1 teaching

Maternity cover

Job description

St Rumon’s CE Infant School

Place of work: St Rumon’s CE Infant School, Tavistock

Post: Classroom Teacher

Job term: Fixed Term maternity cover

Appointment type: Full time

Salary: MPS 1-6

Start Date: 1stFebruary 2027

Deadline: 12pm on Friday 16th October 2026

Interview Date: Friday 23rd October 2026

Are you a passionate teacher who believes in creating a stimulating, enabling, learning environment? Looking for a fresh challenge? Want to be part of an ambitious school with a supportive team in a fantastic location? If this sounds like you, make the move to St Rumon’s CE Infant School. We are seeking a new staff member within our KS1 team where high-quality provision for all is at the heart of what we do.

St Rumon’s is a well-regarded school situated in Tavistock. We are a popular school because of the high expectations and because our school values underpin all that we do. Our core value is love and we aim to show that in everything that we do in our school: in our lives as teachers; in our relationships with the children and their families; and in our determination to provide the best learning and pastoral experiences for all of our children. The Tavistock Church Schools Federation (St Peters Junior & St Rumon’s Infants) are part of the St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 21 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration.

We are looking for a rigorous practitioner with a creative flare and zest to bring learning to life for all our pupils. You will be experienced and skillful in challenging each pupil, whatever their starting point, using your strong pedagogical practice and philosophy, which underpins your approach to teaching. You will be used to working in positive and proactive ways, as well as collaborating with others, to drive high expectations, supporting the overall school improvement.

In joining St Rumon’s, you will be part of a friendly and welcoming staff team and a supportive community. You will have the opportunity to develop your teaching and leadership skills in an environment that has a strong focus on CPD whatever career stage you are at. As a Church of England school, you will be happy to support the Anglican ethos through our school values.

We welcome applications from NQT’s as well as more experiences colleagues.

Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.

Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy:

https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies

Our commitment to EDI

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.