Class Teacher - FT Maternity Cover

Castle Hill Primary; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Castle Hill Primary School in Basingstoke is seeking an outstanding Class Teacher for maternity cover starting January 2027. This full-time, 1.0 FTE post requires a reflective practitioner who can deliver high standards and engaging learning in a split-site primary setting.

The school, praised by Ofsted for pupil behaviour and leadership, offers dedicated PPA time, leadership opportunities, and strong teamwork. Interview date: Friday 23 October 2026; closing date 19 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Must be an outstanding classroom practitioner with high expectations for pupils.
• Excellent communicator who can build strong partnerships with staff, parents and external agencies.
• Collaborative team player who contributes to school life beyond teaching.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons that engage and challenge all pupils.
• Maintain a calm, inclusive classroom environment with positive behaviour.
• Contribute to school improvement and wider life of the school.

Skills

Outstanding classroom practitioner

Excellent communication

Team player

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or ECT eligibility

Job description

Closing date for applications: 19 October 2026, 12.00pm

Interview Date: 23 October 2026

Reference Number: EPSEDJOBS/1208/13393

Job Introduction

Class Teacher - Full Time (Maternity Cover)

• Working Hours: 1.0 FTE Monday to Friday
• Job Reference: EPSEDJOBS/1208/13393
• Contract type: Temporary - Full Time
• Closing Date: 19 October 2026
• Phase of education: Primary
• Establishment and Location: Castle Hill Primary School, Park Prewett Road, Basingstoke
• Local Authority: Hampshire
• Job Type: Full Time

Job/Person Summary

Are you an inspiring educator looking for your next step? We are seeking an exceptional teacher to join our thriving split-site primary school in January 2027. Following our most recent Ofsted inspection, which highly praised pupil behaviour, personal development, leadership, and teaching, we are proud to offer a supportive, challenging, and welcoming environment. This full-time maternity cover role is open to both ECTs and job share applicants.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an outstanding, reflective classroom practitioner who creates exciting, memorable, and motivating learning experiences.
• Has high expectations for every child, with a proven track record of helping pupils achieve high standards and make strong progress.
• Fosters a calm, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment rooted in positive relationships and good behaviour.
• Understands individual pupil needs and is dedicated to enabling every child to reach their full potential.
• Is a resilient, collaborative team player who actively contributes to the wider life of the school.
• Is an effective communicator who builds strong partnerships with staff, parents, governors, and outside agencies.
• Is well-organised, ambitious, possesses a great sense of humour, and brings energy and drive to our team.

In return, we can offer:

• Highly motivated, well-behaved pupils and an excellent learning environment.
• A talented, collaborative staff team committed to shared planning and workload reduction.
• Dedicated ring-fenced PPA and leadership time for additional responsibilities.
• Subject leadership opportunities for experienced candidates.
• Outstanding opportunities for Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

This post is a fixed-term contract for one year initially, or until the permanent post holder returns from maternity leave.

Interview Date: Friday 23rd October 2026

Safer Recruitment

We are dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this dedication. We will ensure that our recruitment and selection procedures clearly reflect this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other pertinent employment checks.