KS2 Teacher - Maternity Cover, Full-Time, Growth

Kirklees Council; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirklees Council invites applications for a full-time, temporary Key Stage 2 teacher at Birkby Junior School in Huddersfield. The role runs from January 2027 for 12 months to cover maternity leave, in a four-form entry school serving a diverse community.

The successful candidate will be energetic, proactive and capable of inspiring pupils, staff, parents and the community, while upholding high expectations and safeguarding standards.

Qualifications

• QTS required with ability to teach across Key Stage 2.
• Demonstrates high standards of teaching and pupil progress.
• Committed to inclusion and safeguarding principles.

Responsibilities

• Teach across Key Stage 2 for five days a week.
• Contribute to school improvement and collaborative planning with staff.
• Engage with parents, governors and the wider school community.
• Support safeguarding and welfare of pupils as part of DBS checks.

Skills

High expectations

Energetic

Proactive

Inspire others

Creative teaching

Education

QTS

Job description

Kirklees Council invites applications for a full-time, temporary Key Stage 2 teacher at Birkby Junior School in Huddersfield. The role runs from January 2027 for 12 months to cover maternity leave, in a four-form entry school serving a diverse community.

The successful candidate will be energetic, proactive and capable of inspiring pupils, staff, parents and the community, while upholding high expectations and safeguarding standards.