Classteacher - Maternity Cover

Learning Partners Academy Trust; Guildford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Boxgrove Primary, part of Learning Partners Academy Trust, is seeking a full-time classteacher to cover a maternity leave in Key Stage 2 from January 2027 to December 2027.

The role requires solid curriculum knowledge, strong Maths/English skills, and a commitment to raising standards within a supportive, team‑oriented school community in Guildford.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Strong Maths and English teaching skills.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and raising standards.
• High expectations of self and others.
• Experience using innovative and creative approaches to barriers to learning.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse needs.
• Patient, flexible and forward thinking to support pupils.

Responsibilities

• Teach, plan and deliver high-quality lessons for Key Stage 2.
• Cover maternity leave from January 2027 to December 2027.
• Collaborate with colleagues and wider school teams to raise attainment.
• Engage with parents and the community to support learning.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Maths/English skills

Raising standards

High expectations

Innovative teaching

Interpersonal skills

Patient and flexible

Forward thinking

Team player

Child support

Job description

Can you inspire a love of learning and help children find their strengths and talents? We are seeking to appoint a full-time classteacher from January 2027 to cover Maternity Leave in Key Stage 2 until December 2027.

YOU WILL:

• Have a good knowledge and understanding of the curriculum
• Have strong Maths/English skills
• Be committed to continuous improvement and raising standards
• Have high expectations of yourself and others
• Enjoy using innovative and creative approaches to barriers to learning
• Have good interpersonal skills and be experienced in working with a range of needs
• Be patient, flexible and forward thinking
• Be committed to supporting children to be the best they can be
• Enjoy working as part of a highly committed and enthusiastic team.

Boxgrove is a large primary school with a 3-form entry, where year groups work as teams, supporting each other with teaching and organisation. The school has strong links with the community and is a member of Learning Partners Academy Trust. To find out more about us, please visit our school website and click on the About Us tab.

Closing date for applications: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 12:00 noon. Interviews to take place: Week commencing 9 November 2026. Visits to the school are most welcome, please contact Julie Sharp.

We reserve the right to withdraw this advert if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants. Early application is advised.

Safeguarding Statement:

Boxgrove Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of Learning Partners Academy Trust. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and particularly welcome suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to join our trust.