Teacher

Fishponds CE Primary School; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 330 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD and career development

Employee Assistance programme

Wellbeing support

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Scheme

Discount platform

Job summary

Fishponds CE Academy in Bristol is seeking an inspiring, dedicated and enthusiastic teacher for maternity cover on a 0.6 FTE basis (Mon-Wed). This fixed-term role is paid on the Main Scale (M1-M6) within a supportive Trust and offers excellent CPD opportunities.

The appointee will plan and deliver high-quality lessons, foster an inclusive learning environment, assess pupil progress and contribute to school life while upholding safeguarding and welfare commitments.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with strong curriculum knowledge.
• High expectations of pupils.
• Commitment to achieving the best outcomes for every child.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality lessons that engage, challenge and inspire pupils to achieve their full potential.
• Create a positive, inclusive and stimulating learning environment where all pupils feel safe, supported and valued.
• Assess, monitor and record pupils' progress, using assessment information to inform future teaching and learning.
• Adapt teaching strategies and resources to meet the needs of all learners, including those with additional educational needs.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, attendance and conduct in line with the school's policies and expectations.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff and school leaders to enhance teaching, learning and pupil outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers, providing regular updates on pupils' progress, attainment and wellbeing.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through participation in events, meetings, enrichment activities and professional development.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children at all times, ensuring compliance with safeguarding, health and safety and statutory requirements.

Skills

Qualified teacher

Curriculum knowledge

Communication

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

# TeacherEmployer: Fishponds CE AcademyLocation: Fishponds, BristolContract Type: TemporaryHours: Part TimeSalary: £35,602 - £48,479Posted: 5th October 2026Expires: 18th October 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1577949Job Reference: LSP-S451* Share :* Print**Hours:** 0.6 FTE, Monday - Wednesday**Contract:** Part Time, Fixed-Term until April 2027**Salary:** Main Scale, M1 - M6, £35,602 - £48,479**Actual Salary:** £21,361.20 - 29,087.40We are looking for an inspiring, dedicated and enthusiastic teacher to join our team on a maternity cover basis. This rewarding role plays a vital part in delivering high-quality teaching and learning, helping pupils to achieve their full potential both academically and personally. Working as part of our wider school community, you will plan and deliver engaging lessons, create a positive and inclusive learning environment, and support pupils to make excellent progress while developing confidence, independence and a love of learning.To undertake this role successfully, you will need to be a qualified teacher with strong curriculum knowledge, high expectations of pupils and a commitment to achieving the very best outcomes for every child. You will be an effective communicator who works positively with colleagues, parents and carers, adapts teaching to meet the needs of all learners and promotes positive behaviour and wellbeing. This maternity cover position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of a friendly and supportive school community, making a meaningful difference to children's education and development during an important stage of their learning journey.**Key Responsibilities:*** Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality lessons that engage, challenge and inspire pupils to achieve their full potential.* Create a positive, inclusive and stimulating learning environment where all pupils feel safe, supported and valued.* Assess, monitor and record pupils' progress, using assessment information to inform future teaching and learning.* Adapt teaching strategies and resources to meet the needs of all learners, including those with additional educational needs.* Promote high standards of behaviour, attendance and conduct in line with the school's policies and expectations.* Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff and school leaders to enhance teaching, learning and pupil outcomes.* Communicate effectively with parents and carers, providing regular updates on pupils' progress, attainment and wellbeing.* Contribute to the wider life of the school through participation in events, meetings, enrichment activities and professional development.* Safeguard and promote the welfare of children at all times, ensuring compliance with all safeguarding, health and safety and statutory requirements.**We can offer you:*** A welcoming and collaborative Trust.* The opportunity to work across a diverse group of schools.* A highly supportive central team committed to continuous improvement.* The opportunity to influence people strategy across the Trust.* Outstanding CPD and career development opportunities.* Employee Assistance programme and wellbeing support.* 24-hour confidential helpline and counselling.* Healthcare cash plan.* Cycle to Work Scheme and launching in October 2026 an Electric Car Scheme .* Discount retail platform with access to hundreds of discounts and Blue Light Card eligibility.**The Trust:**The Lighthouse Schools Partnership (LSP) is a Multi-Academy Trust which has experienced rapid growth since it started in 2016. From September there will be 33 schools in the Trust.The Lighthouse Schools Partnership is cross-phase and includes Infant, Junior, Primary and Secondary schools. The Trust is a mixed MAT and includes both non-denominational and Church of England schools.We encourage you to browse our website for more information about the Trust.**Closing Date: Sunday 18th October 2026****Interview Date: To be confirmed**Early applications are encouraged. The Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should the School be able to identify an appropriate candidate.We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We are managing this recruitment campaign directly and will not accept unsolicited CVs or agency terms.### AttachmentsGeneric Document 1Teacher (Mainscale) Job Description and Person Specification### Safeguarding Statement:*We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young persons. This appointment will be subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure; Disclosure by association document; proof of the right to work in the UK and satisfactory references. We are an equal opportunities employer. Please note the proof of right to work in the UK will be required at interview. No CV's Accepted.*