Experienced Year 2 Class Teacher

HES; Essex; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Crownfield Infant School in Romford, Essex is seeking an experienced class teacher to cover maternity leave from January 2026 for one year (with potential extension). The school is a three-form entry and prides itself on a supportive, well-resourced environment with active parental involvement.

The appointment starts January 2026 and could extend through July 2027, depending on the interim needs and school staffing.

Job description

White Hart Lane, Collier Row, Romford, Essex RM7 8JB

Contract: Temporary for one year to cover maternity leave

To Start: January 2026

Experienced class teacher required for January – July 2027 (with the possibility of a longer contract)

Ofsted 2024 judged our school GOOD, however we judge much of our practice as outstanding!

We would like to appoint a motivated, enthusiastic teacher who has a passion for teaching. You will have the opportunity to work with a skilled team of practitioners, as we are a three-form entry school.

We can offer you:

• Supportive and friendly colleagues in a happy learning environment
• Well behaved children who are motivated to learn
• Parents who work in partnership with our school
• Wonderful facilities with classrooms that are very well resourced

However – do not take our word for it – visit our website and come and have a look for yourself.

Crownfield Infant School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children at our school. As such all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safeguarding

Havering Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The protection of our pupils from abuse is the responsibility of all staff within our schools, superseding any other considerations. Therefore Havering Schools comply with the Department for Education ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance.

It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to submit, prior to their interview, a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Upon submission of this information, online checks may be carried out.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; the successful applicant will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure check. Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from obtaining a position with the School.

Equal Opportunities

Havering Schools aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment regardless of gender, marital status, race, colour, nationality (including citizenship), ethnic or national origins, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, responsibility for dependants, religious or political affiliation and trade union activities. All matters related to employment are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.