Class Teacher

Hatchlands Primary School; Redhill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Redhill is seeking a passionate part-time class teacher to cover maternity leave in Year 4. The role begins on February 23, 2026, and offers a supportive environment focused on student growth and well-being. Candidates should possess creativity in lesson planning and effective teamwork skills. The school values cultural diversity and provides opportunities for professional development. Applications are encouraged early, as interviews may occur before the closing date of January 26, 2026.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for ongoing CPD

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Creative lesson planning that inspires students and ensures engagement.
• Reflective practitioner who seeks opportunities for professional growth.
• Commitment to excellence and inclusion in the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Cover a maternity period for Year 4 classes.
• Develop a challenging and exciting curriculum.
• Work cooperatively with staff and leadership.

Skills

Dynamic teaching

Good time management

Teamwork

Use of ICT in education

Nurturing and warm approach

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

We are looking for a part time class teacher to cover a maternity period in Year 4 (Wednesday, Thursday and Friday). ECTS are welcome to apply.

Our school motto is ‘Learning today, to make a difference tomorrow’ as we prepare our children for an ever-changing future. Our school values of ‘Compassion, Courage, Responsibility and Respect’ contribute strongly to positive attitudes to learning both in school and the world outside.

Salary: Main or Upper Scale (depending on experience)

Start date: February 2026 (start date 23.2.2026)

Hours: Part time

Contract: Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)

Responsible to: Headteacher & Leadership Team

What can we offer you?

• A school who goes beyond the academic and truly cares
• An exciting opportunity to be part of a new school
• A hard working, motivated and caring team
• A supportive work environment and a school that listens to its staff and values their ideas
• A school that values and celebrates cultural diversity
• Well-behaved, enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn and succeed
• A strong consideration for wellbeing, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunities for regular ongoing CPD

What are we looking for?

A dynamic, forward-thinking teacher who...

• can make learning exciting and plan lessons that inspire our children, whilst ensuring challenge for all
• seeks opportunities to make the children's experience of school memorable and worthwhile
• is self-directed, highly motivated and willing to try new ideas
• is organised, enthusiastic and has good time management
• is a reflective practitioner and seeks out opportunities to further grow and develop
• is warm and nurturing
• is committed to excellence, inclusion and challenge
• works well within a team
• values opportunities for children to use ICT to enhance learning across the curriculum
• keen to embrace the opportunity to champion a subject across the school

Tours are warmly welcomed. If you would like to tour Hatchlands Primary School with Moira Anderson, Headteacher, please contact the school directly to arrange.

Closing date: Monday 26th January, 2026

Interview date: Week Beginning 2nd February, 2026

Following the shortlisting process, communication will only be made with the applicants invited for interview.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview or appoint before the closing date should a suitable candidate apply.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Safeguarding Statement

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, pre-employment and DBS checks. Everychild Partnership Trust welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.