KS1 Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

Redhill Academy Trust; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Scarcliffe Primary School, part of Redhill Academy Trust, seeks an ambitious KS1 Class Teacher for a 0.6FTE maternity cover in a mixed Year 1/2 setting. The role focuses on developing early reading, phonics and a broad knowledge-rich curriculum within a supportive team.

We value reflective practitioners who collaborate and contribute to the wider life of the school community, offering induction, CPD and a nurturing learning environment for children.

Qualifications

• Qualified KS1 teacher with QTS and experience in Year 1/2 settings.
• Ability to deliver a knowledge-rich curriculum and respond to diverse pupil needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a broad, ambitious and knowledge-rich KS1 curriculum in a mixed-age Year 1/2 class.
• Use phonics and early reading knowledge to build strong literacy foundations.
• Assess pupil progress and provide timely support and challenge to enable reading fluency.

Job description

KS1 Class Teacher - Scarcliffe Primary School

Location: Scarcliffe Primary School, Fox Hill, Scarcliffe, Chesterfield, S44 6TH

Salary: Redhill Academy Trust teachers' pay scale

Hours of work: 0.6FTE - Part Time - Maternity Cover

Required from: November 2026

About You…

At Scarcliffe Primary School, everyone strives to be their very best, now and in the future, and we are looking for colleagues who do the same. We are seeking an ambitious, caring and reflective professional to join our Year 1/2 team; someone who shares our belief that every child can succeed, has high expectations for all, and is committed to delivering an inclusive, knowledge-rich education that enables every pupil to flourish.

The successful candidate will be an ambitious, nurturing and skilled practitioner with a passion for Key Stage 1 education. They will have high expectations for all pupils, a strong understanding of early reading and phonics, and a commitment to ensuring every child develops the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to become a successful lifelong learner.

They will have a secure understanding of the teaching of phonics and early reading, recognising the importance of building strong foundations in literacy. They will use assessment effectively to identify pupils' next steps, provide timely support and challenge, and ensure that all children become confident, fluent readers.

Working as part of a supportive and collaborative team, the successful candidate will deliver a broad, ambitious and knowledge-rich curriculum within a mixed-age Year 1/2 classroom. They will be passionate about providing rich experiences across the wider curriculum that spark curiosity, promote creativity and help children make meaningful connections in their learning. They will create a positive, inclusive and nurturing learning environment where children feel safe, valued and inspired to achieve their very best.

This role would suit a reflective practitioner who embraces professional development, values teamwork and is eager to contribute to the wider life of our caring school community.

What We Can Offer…

At Scarcliffe Primary School we're proud to be part of Redhill Academy Trust, a community Trust that values and invests in its people. You can expect:

• A warm welcome and thorough induction
• Supportive teams and professional networks
• High-quality CPD through the Redhill Teaching Hub
• Personalised appraisal via our 'My Contribution' scheme
• Recognition and celebration of your achievements

Our Trust is a regional leader in teacher training and high-quality professional development, delivered through the DfE designated Redhill Teaching Hub. The Redhill College of Leadership and Development offers excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region.

Explore our full range of staff benefits: Redhill Academy Trust - Why Work For Us?

Why Redhill Academy Trust?

Our mission is simple: Working together to help all our students achieve their best - now and in the future.

For further details regarding this post please contact the co-headteachers on: [e-mail]

Visits to the school are highly recommended. Please email the headteacher [e-mail] or phone [phone] to arrange a place.

For information on our recruitment process please visit: Redhill Academy Trust - Recruitment Process

Redhill Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS and child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.