Maternity Cover Teacher

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Lytham St Annes; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St Peter’s Catholic Primary School in Lytham St Annes is seeking a dedicated teacher to join our warm, faith-filled community. This fixed-term maternity cover is 0.8 FTE (26 hours per week), with a nurturing environment that supports professional growth and curriculum excellence.

Join a collaborative team that values wellbeing, safeguarding, and innovative approaches like Therapeutic Forest School and OPAL play to help every child flourish.

Qualifications

• DBS check required
• Medical clearance
• Two references including suitability to work with children
• Barred list and prohibition checks for teaching positions
• Section 128 checks for leadership roles (where applicable)

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching in line with the national curriculum
• Contribute to safeguarding and well-being of pupils
• Participate in school-wide development and professional learning

Job description

Thank you for considering St Peter’s Catholic Primary School as the next step in your professional journey. St Peter’s is a warm, nurturing and faith-filled community where Christ is truly at the centre of all that we do. His presence is reflected in the strong relationships shared between our children, staff, families, parish and wider community. Everyone is known, valued and encouraged to flourish.

We are delighted to offer this exciting opportunity to join our dedicated and passionate team. We are seeking an exceptional educator who shares our belief that every child can succeed and is committed to helping children discover their individual talents, interests and strengths.

Nurture is central to life at St Peter’s. Through our Therapeutic Forest School, OPAL play provision and whole-school approach to regulation, we ensure that children feel safe, connected and ready to learn. We provide a broad and enriching curriculum that enables every child to achieve, explore and grow.

You would be joining a school where staff feel valued, supported and listened to, and where wellbeing is genuinely important. We are committed to manageable working practices and high-quality professional development that responds to individual strengths, interests and aspirations. Our caring and committed colleagues work collaboratively and share an ambition to provide the very best for every child.

Prospective applicants are warmly encouraged to visit St Peter’s and experience the faith, joy and sense of belonging that make our school such a special place to learn and work. To arrange a visit, please call the school office: 01253 734658.

Please refer to the application pack for the person specification, job description and further details.

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff, and visitors. All posts are subject to:

• DBS
• Medical clearance
• Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
• Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
• A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
• In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, online search be carried out.
• For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
• For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.

Closing date for applications:

Wednesday 23rd September 2026 - midday

Interview date:

Thursday 1st October 2026

Post Details:

• Grade: Teacher’s Pay Scale
• Salary: Teacher’s Pay Scale
• Contract: Fixed Term to cover maternity leave until 31/8/2027 or until the substantive postholder returns
• Hours: 26 per week (0.8 FTE)
• Required: 23rd November 2026