Class Teacher ( Maternity Cover)

The Methodist Church in Britain; City Of London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring

Professional development

Mental health support

Inclusive community

Engaging learning environments

Job summary

Shacklewell Primary School is seeking a class teacher to cover maternity leave for a full academic year. The successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons, demonstrate a sound grasp of how children learn, and plan creative, resourceful activities.

The role runs Monday to Friday and expects the integration of new technologies into everyday learning. The start date is 1 January 2027; a full enhanced DBS check and right to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• Full enhanced DBS check
• Right to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Teach a class as maternity-cover post for one year
• Plan creative, resourceful lessons that support how children learn
• Incorporate new technologies into daily learning and activities

Skills

Passion for children

Knowledge of how learners learn

21st-century education

Creative pedagogy

Tech integration

High pupil achievement expectations

Job description

Class teacher post covering maternity or parental leave at Shacklewell Primary School, offered on a one-year fixed-term basis. The work is classroom teaching, and the successful candidate is expected to bring a sound grasp of how children learn and to plan creative, resourceful lessons. Hours run Monday to Friday, and new technology is to be built into everyday learning. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the post starts on 1 January 2027.

What’s required

Skills & knowledge

• Passion for children's learning
• Rich knowledge of how learners learn
• Forward-thinking and up to date with 21st-century education
• Creative and resourceful pedagogical approach
• Skill in integrating new technologies into daily learning
• High expectations for pupil achievement and personal growth

Checks & eligibility

• Full enhanced DBS check
• Right to work in the UK

What’s offered

• Experienced mentors and coaching
• High quality professional development
• Support with mental health and wellbeing
• Inclusive school community
• Vibrant learning environments