KS2 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) Ref. TV19926

Leighswood Primary School; Walsall; Vor Ort; GBP 32.000 - 44.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Leighswood School in Walsall is seeking a Key Stage 2 Class Teacher to cover maternity leave from January 2026. The successful candidate will join our dedicated team, commit to high standards in teaching, learning and behaviour, and help provide outstanding learning experiences for all pupils. ECTs and experienced teachers welcome.

Visits encouraged; closing date 5pm on Friday 27th November 2026. The school values safeguarding and inclusion and offers a supportive staff environment and

Qualifikationen

• Strong passion for educating and inspiring children.
• Commitment to high standards of teaching and behaviour.
• Creative, adaptable and collaborative.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.

Aufgaben

• Teach Key Stage 2 pupils across a range of abilities.
• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with staff and families to support pupil progress.

Jobbeschreibung

Key Stage 2 Class Teacher (Maternity Leave Cover)

MPS/UPS
Full Time, Fixed Term (Maternity Leave Cover)

The Executive Headteacher and Governors of Leighswood School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated and skilled Key Stage 2 Class Teacher to join our dedicated team on a fixed-term maternity cover basis from January 2026.

Leighswood School is a caring, inclusive and ambitious school where children are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud of our strong sense of community, our commitment to developing every child's potential and our supportive and collaborative staff team. We are looking for an excellent practitioner who shares our high expectations and is passionate about providing outstanding learning experiences for all pupils.

The successful candidate will join a dedicated and talented team committed to securing the very best outcomes for our children.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a passion and enthusiasm for educating and inspiring children.
• Is committed to achieving the highest standards of teaching, learning and behaviour.
• Demonstrates creativity, initiative, flexibility and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Has high expectations of children's achievement, progress and personal development.
• Can create a positive, inclusive and stimulating learning environment.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills and values positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Shares our commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and ensuring every child can succeed.
• Works effectively as part of a team and contributes positively to the wider life of the school.

In return, we can offer:

• Happy, enthusiastic children who are keen to learn.
• A welcoming, supportive and experienced staff team.
• A strong commitment to professional development and career progression.
• A well-resourced learning environment.
• A positive and inclusive school culture where staff wellbeing is valued.
• Supportive leaders and governors who are committed to helping staff achieve their professional aspirations.

Applications from Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced teachers are warmly welcomed.

Visits to School - prospective candidates are encouraged to visit the school to appreciate everything that Leighswood School has to offer. Informal visits are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit or request further information, please contact the school office on 01922 743621.

Closing Date: 5pm on Friday 27th November 2026

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email shortly after the closing date.

Leighswood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, online searches, prohibition checks (where applicable) and satisfactory references, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.

Leighswood School is committed to promoting equality opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.