Maternity Cover Class Teacher

The Methodist Church in Britain; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Progression within a large multi-acadm

Job summary

St Teresa's Catholic Primary Academy invites applications for a maternity cover class teacher post, teaching Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2 on a one-year fixed-term contract. The role focuses on planning and delivering engaging lessons within a large multi-academy trust and follows teachers' terms and conditions.

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required, and visa sponsorship is not available. The starting date is January 2027, with opportunities to participate in extra-curricular activities and

Qualifications

• QTS is required.
• Visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality teaching to a class at Key Stage 1 or 2
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to the needs of all learners
• Create an inclusive environment that supports the needs of all pupils
• Work closely with colleagues to secure the best outcomes for pupils

Skills

Engaging lessons

Primary curriculum

High expectations

Outstanding practitioner

Creative teaching

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Maternity cover class teacher post at St Teresa's Catholic Primary Academy, teaching either Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2 on a one-year fixed-term contract. The job centres on planning and delivering engaging lessons, creating an inclusive classroom that meets every pupil's needs and working alongside colleagues. The post sits within a large multi-academy trust, with teachers' terms and conditions and extra-curricular activity expected. Qualified Teacher Status is required, the post starts in January 2027, and visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Provide high‑quality teaching to a class at Key Stage 1 or 2
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to the needs of all learners
• Create an inclusive environment that supports the needs of all pupils
• Work closely with colleagues to secure the best outcomes for pupils

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Skills & knowledge

• Plans and delivers engaging lessons tailored to all learners
• Clear understanding of the primary curriculum
• Sets high expectations of attainment and behaviour
• Outstanding classroom practitioner with high expectations of self and others
• Creative, dynamic approach to learning
• Works supportively as part of a team, including extra-curricular activities

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Online searches for shortlisted candidates under KCSIE 2025

Other

• Passion for enabling all children to achieve success
• Caring, professional approach
• Energy, enthusiasm and an open, positive approach

What’s offered

• Employed on teachers' terms and conditions
• Membership of the Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Progression and development opportunities within a large multi-academy trust