Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

Teaching Vacancies; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Farnborough is seeking an enthusiastic teacher to cover maternity leave starting 5th May 2026 for up to 12 months. The position welcomes applications from both early stage and experienced teachers, particularly those with a strong track record in motivating students and adhering to a Catholic ethos. The school offers a supportive environment with engaged students and dedicated colleagues.

Benefits

Inclusive and child-centered environment

Supportive team of colleagues

Engaged and happy students

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and committed teacher.
• Proven track record of effective teaching.
• Willing to take an active part in the school.

Responsibilities

• Motivate children to achieve outstanding progress.
• Collaborate as part of a dedicated team.
• Support the Catholic ethos of the school.

Skills

Motivating children of all abilities

Understanding of formative assessment

Team collaboration

Support of Catholic ethos

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School is looking for an enthusiastic, committed and aspirational teacher to cover maternity leave from 5th May 2026 for up to 12 months.

We welcome applications from someone in the early stages of their career or more experienced candidates who can demonstrate a strong track record of highly effective teaching and outstanding pupil progress. A job share would be considered.

We are looking for someone who:

• Can motivate children of all abilities so that they achieve and make outstanding progress
• Has a secure understanding of how formative assessment drives planning and practice
• Is hard working, contributes fully and collaborates successfully as part of a team
• Is keen to support the Catholic ethos of the school and willing to take an active part in the wider life of the school

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• The opportunity to work at a school with an embedded Christian ethos that is inclusive and child centred
• Happy, well behaved children who are very well engaged with their learning
• A friendly team of dedicated and hardworking colleagues and governors

Commitment to safeguarding

At St. Patrick's we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service.