KS2 Class Teacher

SHROPSHIRE COUNCIL; Dudley; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Pleasant Primary School, located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire, is seeking a dedicated KS2 Class Teacher to cover Year 6 on maternity leave. The role is 25 hours per week during term time, with a salary on the MPS 3-6 scale and a start around January 2027.

The post requires a capable educator who can inspire and nurture pupils, delivering a rich curriculum and engaging enrichment activities while building strong relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Dedicated and suitably experienced Teacher to cover maternity leave in upper KS2.
• Inspire, challenge and nurture pupils to thrive and reach their full potential.
• Commitment to providing an exceptional education and building positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Cover maternity leave in a KS2 class and deliver high-quality teaching across the curriculum.
• Develop pupils' skills across the curriculum and foster resilience, independence and creativity.
• Provide a rich and engaging curriculum with enrichment opportunities and strong classroom routines.

Job description

Job Title: Teacher (Year 6) Maternity Cover - Mount Pleasant Primary School

Employer: Shropshire Council

Location: Mount Pleasant Primary School, Whitemere Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire. SY1 3BY

Salary: MPS 3-6 £38,400 - £46,940

Closing date: 12 Oct 2026

Reference: shropshire/TP/292/344

Sector: Education

Job Type: Schools / Academies - Teaching roles, Primary School, Key Stage 2

Contract Type: Temporary

Working Pattern: Term time

Hours: Full-Time

Job Details

Teacher - Year 6 (Maternity Cover) - 30/01/2028

MPS 3-6

25 hours per week (Full Time)

Start date: 25/01/2027

Closing Date: 12/10/2026

Interview Date: 20/10/2026

The Severn Bridges Multi-Academy Trust and Governors of Mount Pleasant Primary School wish to appoint a dedicated and suitably experienced Teacher to cover Maternity leave in our upper KS2 class. Are you a committed, enthusiastic teacher with high expectations, who holds the uniqueness of each child at the heart of your teaching? We are seeking to appoint an ambitious and inspirational KS2 Class Teacher to cover maternity leave from January 2027, who is passionate about providing the very best possible education for our fantastic pupils. If you want to be part of something exciting and special, then we would love to hear from you!

We are looking for a teacher who will inspire, challenge and nurture our children, ensuring that every pupil is supported to thrive and reach their full potential. You will share our commitment to developing pupils' skills across the curriculum, helping them to become resilient, thoughtful, creative and independent learners, well-prepared for life beyond the classroom. We value kindness, a strong work ethic and a positive attitude, and believe that these qualities help to create a happy, supportive and inspiring workplace. As a member of our team, you will be encouraged to provide a rich and engaging curriculum, create exciting enrichment opportunities and build meaningful relationships with our children, families and colleagues.

We are looking for a dedicated team player who cares about everybody, embraces opportunities to make a difference and is excited to contribute to our school community. In return, you will become part of a supportive and enthusiastic team, committed to providing an exceptional education and ensuring that every child feels valued, happy and able to succeed.

If you are ready to bring your passion, creativity and commitment to our school, we would love to hear from you.

Attached documents

KS2 Teacher Application Pack

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The Severn Bridges Multi-Academy Trust and Governors of Mount Pleasant Primary School wish to appoint a dedicated and suitably experienced Teacher to cover Maternity leave in our upper KS2 class. Are you a committed, enthusiastic teacher with high expectations, who holds the uniqueness of each child at the heart of your teaching? We are seeking to appoint an ambitious and inspirational KS2 Class Teacher to cover maternity leave from January 2027, who is passionate about providing the very best possible education for our fantastic pupils. If you want to be part of something exciting and special, then we would love to hear from you!

We are looking for a teacher who will inspire, challenge and nurture our children, ensuring that every pupil is supported to thrive and reach their full potential. You will share our commitment to developing pupils' skills across the curriculum, helping them to become resilient, thoughtful, creative and independent learners, well-prepared for life beyond the classroom. We value kindness, a strong work ethic and a positive attitude, and believe that these qualities help to create a happy, supportive and inspiring workplace. As a member of our team, you will be encouraged to provide a rich and engaging curriculum, create exciting enrichment opportunities and build meaningful relationships with our children, families and colleagues.

We are looking for a dedicated team player who cares about everybody, embraces opportunities to make a difference and is excited to contribute to our school community. In return, you will become part of a supportive and enthusiastic team, committed to providing an exceptional education and ensuring that every child feels valued, happy and able to succeed.

If you are ready to bring your passion, creativity and commitment to our school, we would love to hear from you.