KS2 Class Teacher

Penn Wood Primary School; Slough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Slough is seeking a passionate KS2 Teacher for a temporary maternity cover starting in January 2026. You will join the Year 4 team and work collaboratively in a supportive environment, with opportunities for professional development. The ideal candidate will be energetic, ambitious, and committed to safeguarding children. This role may lead to a permanent position from September 2026.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

Comprehensive professional learning programme

On-site IT support

Access to well-resourced building and curriculum

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in Pie Corbett’s Talk for Writing approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to work in partnership with other professionals.

Responsibilities

• Join the Year 4 team for the spring and summer terms 2026.
• Maintain high expectations of all children in line with school vision.
• Deliver high standards of teaching and learning.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Energetic and passionate

Commitment to professional development

Experience or interest in Talk for Writing

Job description

KS2 Teacher (Year 4) – January 2026 start

TEMPORARY MATERNITY COVER

2 Term Contract with the possibility of a permanent contract from September 2026.

We wish to appoint a passionate and driven Key Stage 2 Class Teacher to join our friendly, inclusive, and welcoming 3-form-entry school. The postholder would join our Year 4 team for the spring and summer terms 2026.

The successful applicant will be energetic, passionate, and ambitious, maintaining the highest expectations of all children, in line with our school vision ‘Better Never Stops’. They will skilfully work in partnership with other teachers, LSAs and other professionals to ensure the best provision and achieve the best outcomes for our pupils. Experience of, or an interest in, Pie Corbett’s Talk for Writing approach would be desirable, as the school is a Training Centre.

The post holder will possess excellent communication skills and a clear commitment to their own professional development. In return, we can offer you a warm and welcoming ethos, a well-equipped environment and a supportive Governing Board, staff team, and parent body. Staff speak highly of the professional learning opportunities they are given at Penn Wood, and you would join a team where high standards of teaching, learning, and professionalism are shared and valued.

Although the advertised post is temporary, we would welcome applications from candidates who would be interested in joining an innovative and supportive school, in the hope that a permanent position may become available in the next academic year.

Our school is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders who work in a regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory ‘Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check’ – please ensure that you have read our safeguarding statement.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative environment where your contribution is valued.
• A comprehensive programme of professional learning and bespoke coaching to ensure success in your role.
• A team of expert specialist teachers, a highly-effective LSA team and on-site IT support
• A well-resourced building and curriculum

Safeguarding Statement

Penn Wood Primary and Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, volunteers, and visitors to share this commitment. Rigorous safeguarding procedures are in place, and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, as well as other relevant pre-employment checks. This will include verifying references, identity, and the right to work in the UK.

Safeguarding and child protection will be explored as part of the recruitment process, including at interview. Candidates should be prepared to discuss their understanding of safeguarding responsibilities, and any gaps in employment history will be scrutinised. Any offer of employment is subject to the satisfactory completion of all safeguarding checks. We are dedicated to ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all children and will take immediate action to address any co