Primary Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Teaching Vacancies; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary school in Sheffield is seeking an enthusiastic teacher to cover maternity leave. The role involves inspiring and motivating students while maintaining high expectations. Candidates must have Qualified Teacher Status and a commitment to safeguarding children. This position offers the chance to contribute positively to the school community and make a difference in children’s lives.

Benefits

High-quality professional development

Supportive staff team

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and talented teacher required for maternity cover.
• Experience in a primary education setting is essential.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Inspire pupils to achieve their best.
• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons.
• Build strong relationships with pupils and colleagues.

Skills

Inspiring and motivating pupils

Planning and delivering lessons

Maintaining high expectations

Building relationships

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and talented teacher to join our dedicated team, covering a classroom teacher’s maternity leave.

Responsibilities

• Inspire, challenge, and motivate pupils to achieve their best.
• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons that foster curiosity and a love of learning.
• Maintain high expectations of behaviour and learning.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Contribute positively to the wider life and ethos of the school.

What the school offers

• High-quality professional development and personalised support.
• Access to a collaborative, ambitious, and positive staff team.
• A career in an aspirational and growing Trust with a strong reputation.
• The chance to make a real difference in children’s lives.

Further details about the role

Location: Hinde House Academy (Primary Phase), Bracken Road, Sheffield, S5 6FH

Contract: 0.6FTE, Temporary from Nov 2025, maternity cover for one year or until the post holder returns

Salary: MPS/UPS

About Us

Hinde House Primary school, located in the heart of Sheffield is part of Brigantia Learning Trust.

At Hinde House, we believe in delivering a rich, broad and balanced curriculum that caters to the diverse needs of our students. Our educational offer is designed with meticulous care, ensuring that every child, aged 2-16, receives an enriching experience that supports their academic and personal growth.

Safeguarding

Brigantia Learning Trust 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 candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and must read our Safeguarding Policy at www.hindehouse.net/Policies/

Closing date: 12 October 2025

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.