Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

Wadebridge Primary Academy; Bodieve; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Wadebridge Primary Academy in North Cornwall invites applications for a maternity cover teaching role spanning two terms. You will join a forward-thinking, caring team committed to supporting every child from Nursery to Year 6.

The ideal candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner with a strong knowledge of pedagogy, high expectations for all pupils, and a collaborative approach to improving teaching and learning across the school.

Qualifications

• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with a strong knowledge of pedagogy and how children learn.
• Have high expectations for all pupils and be committed to ensuring they thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
• Be a team player who works collaboratively to enhance teaching and learning across the school.
• Bring enthusiasm, creativity and dedication to inspire and engage children.
• Be committed to their own professional development and to contributing to the wider life of the school.

Skills

Excellent classroom practitioner

Strong pedagogy knowledge

Team player

Enthusiasm and creativity

Committed to professional development

Job description

Wadebridge Primary Academy is a vibrant and welcoming school in the heart of North Cornwall, where every child is supported to thrive from Nursery through to Year 6. As one of the largest primary schools in the county, we’re proud of our strong community spirit, inclusive ethos, and commitment to providing a rich and purposeful learning experience.

Our well-equipped site includes a dedicated Art Studio, calm “Rainbow Room,” a two-storey library, and fantastic outdoor spaces with a sports field, bike track, and climbing wall. We believe learning should be exciting and meaningful, so we enrich our curriculum with WOW days, trips, hands-on workshops, and strong community links.

We also offer wrap-around care through our “Bridge Kids” provision and benefit from an incredibly supportive parent group, FOWPA, who help make our school a wonderful place to work and learn.

If you’re looking to join a forward-thinking, caring team in a school that genuinely puts children at the heart of everything, Wadebridge Primary Academy could be the perfect place for you.

About You

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate teacher to join our incredible school on a maternity cover basis, for two terms initially. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside a highly committed and experienced team who are driven by the shared goal of improving the life chances of all our children.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with a strong knowledge of pedagogy and how children learn.
• Have high expectations for all pupils and be committed to ensuring they thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
• Be a team player who works collaboratively to enhance teaching and learning across the school.
• Bring enthusiasm, creativity and dedication to inspire and engage children.
• Be committed to their own professional development and to contributing to the wider life of the school.

What We Offer

• Amazing children, with a passion for learning and enthusiastic parents who enjoy participating in school life.
• A caring and supportive ethos where staff and children’s well-being are a high priority.
• Dedicated and welcoming staff.
• A sense of fun and enjoyment in an environment where colleagues all work together and support each other.
• Opportunities for high quality professional development, within the school and more widely within the Trust.

If you would like to see our school in action, visits are welcomed. Please make an appointment to meet with one of our team via the school office [phone]

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Contract type: Fixed Term

Contract terms: Full Time

Paid Weeks: 52.143 per year

Total Hours per week : 32.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE)

Pay Scale: M1 (£34,069) - M6 (£46,940)

About Bridge Schools Trust

Bridge Schools Trust is a family of schools across Cornwall, built on dedication and trust and united by a shared commitment to putting learning first.

Our Values

• Creative in our approach to teaching and problem-solving
• Curious, always innovating and learning
• Responsible, accountable to our communities
• Enthusiastic, bringing energy and passion to every endeavour
• Excellent in our expectations and delivery
• Determined, rallying together to overcome challenges

By joining us, you will become part of a collaborative, supportive and forward-thinking Trust where staff are valued, wellbeing is prioritised and professional development is encouraged.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Bridge Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, social media check and satisfactory references.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.