Classteacher - Maternity Cover

Catalyst Academies Trust; Aveley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentives

Retention bonuses

May half-term bonus

Employee discount scheme

Job summary

Aveley Primary School in Aveley, Thurrock, part of Catalyst Academies Trust, is seeking a enthusiastic and highly motivated teacher for a 1-year fixed term maternity cover. You should be committed to delivering high quality teaching and have a passion for children's learning.

Applications from experienced and Early Career Teachers are warmly welcomed. The school prides itself on strong pastoral support, ongoing professional development, and a welcoming, collaborative team within a MAT that

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and highly motivated teacher.
• 1-Year Fixed Term to cover Maternity Leave.
• Delivers high quality teaching.
• Passion for children's learning.
• Applications welcomed from experienced and Early Career Teachers (ECT).

Skills

Teaching

Classroom management

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC2382-212

Position Start Date: 02/11/2026

Application Close: 05/10/2026 Midnight

Position Type: Teacher

Contract Type: Full-time

Date of Interviews: 13 October 2026

Pay Range: TMS 1–6 depending on experience

Contract Term: Fixed

Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated teacher to join our dedicated team for a 1-Year Fixed Term to cover Maternity Leave. You should be committed to delivering high quality teaching, achieving high standards and have a passion for children's learning. Applications from experienced and Early Career Teachers are warmly welcomed.

You Will Be

At Aveley Primary we offer you:

• Children who are eager to learn and well-behaved.
• Friendly, supportive, motivated and dedicated staff.
• A commitment to support your professional development.
• A school that is working with, and supported by, the other members of the Catalyst Academies Trust.
• We offer recruitment incentives (up to £1,000), retention bonuses for every completed year of service, 2 weeks May half-term and enrolment into an employee discount scheme.

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a DBS check, medical check and satisfactory references.

Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact Lucy Bessant, School Business Manager to arrange a time. Please contact the school via [e-mail]

Information about the School

Aveley Primary is a two form entry primary school in Thurrock with a ten place Autism Resource Centre. We have dedicated staff and wonderful children from Nursery to Year 6. We have a nursery that provides an excellent start for our youngest pupils. All members of the school community are committed to ensuring that children have a learning experience that is positive, encourages children to achieve and develop as well-rounded individuals. Staff teams are organised with support from experienced Year Leads and Key Stage Assistant Headteachers.

Aveley Primary joined Catalyst Academies Trust at the beginning of February 2019 and were judged GOOD by Ofsted in June 2023. The Trust has a nationally recognised reputation for high achievement for all of its pupils and staff have embraced the collaborative nature of working as part of a MAT. Staff from across the schools meet regularly and appreciate the joined up working.

Aveley Primary School was formed in 1990 when the Infants and Junior schools amalgamated. From September 2005 to 2012, the school was based in a building built in the early 1950s. Since September 2012, KS1 has been in the purpose-built block of four classes. Reception is in classes linked to the main building with a shared outdoor area. The rest of the classes are in the original KS2 building, with some modifications to create a nursery class. In 2014, the schoolopened thelibrary bus which is an iconic part of the school. The school is spacious, with expansive grounds and is within easy reach (5 minutes) of the A13 into London/Southend and the Dartford Crossing. There are three playgrounds, a large field and a multi-use games area. There is a separate dining room and school hall. We have a dedicated Library and Art, Design & Technology Room, a wildlife area and pond. We opened the Aveley Resource Centre (ARC) in June 2022.

Staff are dedicated, hardworking and supportive of each other. The school has a Pastoral Manager to support the wellbeing of the children. All classes have some ancillary support to work alongside the class teacher. Children with Special Educational Needs are well catered for with adult support and a non-class-based SENCo.

The catchment area of Aveley Primary School is in a mixed housing environment; the school has approximately 30% of children on free school meals. Parents are positive about our school and work in partnership with us.

The Head of School, trust and governors, together with a committed and hard-working team of teachers and school staff aim to provide the best education and a variety of opportunities for all of our children. The school has a strong ethos, followed by all staff and children.

Contact Information

Lucy Bessant,

Aveley Primary School

Stifford Road, Aveley

Essex, RM15 4AA

Telephone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]