Teacher - Maternity Cover

Derby City Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St Werburgh's Church of England VA Primary School in Derby is seeking a teacher for maternity cover to lead a Year 5/6 class. The role starts after October half term and runs until August 31, 2026.

We seek a skilled, dedicated and enthusiastic teacher who willValue a friendly, supportive team and contribute to pupils who are positive, respectful and eager to learn. Join a school that prioritises staff wellbeing and professional growth, with a clear vision and supportive leadership.

Qualifications

• Confidence, resilience and warmth.
• Strong communication skills.
• A genuine passion for raising achievement for every child, whatever their starting point.
• A deep commitment to pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Y5/6 class with high expectations for achievement and wellbeing.
• Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all pupils.
• Collaborate with colleagues to raise pupil attainment and contribute to school improvement.

Skills

Confidence

Resilience

Warmth

Communication skills

Raising achievement

Wellbeing

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Job title Teacher - Maternity Cover Job reference 000012482 Date posted 16/09/2026 Application closing date 02/10/2026 Working Pattern As specified Salary Teachers Main Pay Scale Contractual hours Blank Basis Full time Job category/type School Support Attachments Blank Job description Location: St Werburgh’s Church of England VA Primary School Hours: Full time Contract type: Temporary until 31 August 2026 to cover maternity - 39 weeks a year Start date: 02 November 2026 Age Range: 4-11
NOR: 263 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) — Y5/6 St Werburgh's Church of England VA Primary School, Spondon, Derby Starting after October half term Join a friendly, supportive team at a school where staff and pupils are genuinely valued. We're looking for a skilled, dedicated and enthusiastic teacher to take on a Y5/6 class of children who are positive, respectful and eager to learn.

What you'll bring

• Confidence, resilience and warmth
• Strong communication skills
• A genuine passion for raising achievement for every child, whatever their starting point
• A deep commitment to pupil wellbeing

What you'll find at St Werburgh's

• A medium-sized, close-knit school of 263 hardworking, respectful and well-behaved children
• Committed, supportive parents
• A Senior Leadership Team and Local Trust Committee who genuinely back their staff
• A clear, shared vision — "life in all its fullness" (John 10:10) — that shapes a caring, purposeful school culture
• A diverse school community: while our ethos is rooted in Christianity, we warmly welcome candidates of all faiths and none who can support this vision

Call the School Office on 01332 673827 or email [e-mail] to arrange a visit. For an application form and further information please email [e-mail]

DDAT welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions. DDAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, online checks, completion of a probationary period, pre-employment and Disclosure Barring Service checks. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). Please note that all candidates must have a right to work in the UK in order to be able to work at our Trust. Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship for international job applicants.

Provisional Interviews will be held: 07 October 2026