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Teaching Vacancies; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Greswold Primary School in Solihull is seeking a KS2 Class Teacher for maternity cover, commencing as soon as possible. This full-time fixed-term post is paid on the Main to Upper Pay Range (M1–U3), with a current salary of £32,916 to £51,048 depending on experience.

Applications are welcomed from Early Career Teachers as well as experienced teachers. Interviews are scheduled for Thursday 24th September 2026, with safeguarding and inclusive practice at the heart of the role.

Job description

KS2 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover – commencing as soon as possible)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint a full-time upper key Stage2 Class Teacher to cover a maternity leave starting as soon as possible. This is a fixed-term position, subject to the return of the substantive post holder.

This is an exciting opportunity for a committed and reflective teacher to join a welcoming and collaborative school for a fixed period. We are looking for someone who is creative, enthusiastic and passionate about inclusive practice, and who can make a positive contribution to pupils’ academic, emotional and social development during the maternity cover period.

The successful applicant will be paid on the Main to Upper Pay Range (M1–U3), currently £32,916 to £51,048, dependent on experience. Applications are welcomed from Early Career Teachers as well as experienced teachers. Please note that the school does not automatically recognise pay portability.

Interview date: Thursday 24th September 2026

What the school offers its staff

Greswold Primary School is a large, ethnically diverse school located close to the centre of Solihull. We are proud of our inclusive ethos, where every child and every member of staff is valued, supported and encouraged to thrive. Our vision is simple but powerful: to create a learning community where every child really does matter.

Our BRICKS values —Belonging, Respect, Independence, Curiosity, Kindness and Success— underpin all aspects of school life and shape our curriculum, relationships and decision‑making. Inclusion and wellbeing are at the heart of these values and inform how we support children with diverse needs and how we work together as a school community.

Commitment to safeguarding

Solihull MBC and Greswold Primary School has a responsibility for and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to obtain the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) and where relevant workforce checks and safeguarding checks as appropriate.