Classroom Teacher - Maternity Cover

The Methodist Church in Britain; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Willow Tree Primary School seeks a dedicated classroom teacher to cover maternity leave in Grimsby. The role focuses on high expectations for achievement, attainment and behaviour, and meeting the learning and social needs of a diverse pupil body. The school emphasises inclusivity, parent collaboration, and trust-wide CPD and progression routes.

The position requires Qualified Teacher Status and candidates should be prepared for DBS and reference checks as part of the selection process.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status is required.
• Enhanced DBS check and references will be requested before interview.
• Social media checks may be conducted.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes to high expectations of achievement, attainment and behaviour.
• Meet the learning and social needs of a diverse range of pupils.
• Motivate and inspire pupils and help them reach their goals.
• Build positive relationships and partnerships with parents.
• Support the Leadership Team in implementing the school's vision.
• Develop pupils as rounded individuals ready for responsible adulthood.

Skills

Excellent classroom practice

Motivate and inspire colleagues and/or

Reflective mindset

Adaptable and resilient

Can-do attitude

Enthusiasm for children

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Willow Tree Primary School, part of Vantage CE Academies Trust, is seeking a classroom teacher to cover maternity leave. The work centres on teaching with high expectations of achievement, attainment and behaviour, and on meeting the learning and social needs of a diverse pupil body. The school calls itself small and inclusive, works closely with parents and offers trust-wide CPD and progression routes. Qualified Teacher Status is required and visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Teach classes to high expectations of achievement, attainment and behaviour
• Meet the learning and social needs of a diverse range of pupils
• Motivate and inspire pupils and help them reach their goals
• Build positive relationships and partnerships with parents
• Support the Leadership Team in implementing the school's vision
• Develop pupils as rounded individuals ready for responsible adulthood

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status

Skills & knowledge

• Excellent classroom practice with high expectations of pupils
• Ability to motivate, inspire and co-operate with colleagues and pupils
• Reflective, willing to embrace new ideas and take considered risks
• Adaptable and resilient
• Highly motivated with a can-do attitude
• Genuine enthusiasm for working with and helping children

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Suitable references, requested before interview
• Social media checks

Other

• Supports the Leadership Team in delivering the school's vision

What’s offered

• Secure public sector career with progression across the trust's schools
• Staff well-being support and a full range of health-related services
• Vantage Plus employee benefits, including an annual flexi wellbeing day and medical cash plans
• Tailored CPD programme and trust training bursary
• Secondment opportunities across the trust's primary and secondary schools and local partners
• Staff voice surveys and a governance framework for sharing feedback with leadership