Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Charles Darwin Primary School; Norwich; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle-to-work scheme

Health plan and staff support

Parking facilities

CPD and induction programme

Job summary

Charles Darwin Primary School in Norwich is seeking a motivated classroom teacher for maternity cover. The post is 0.4 FTE (13 hours per week over Monday and Tuesday) and placed on the Main to Upper Pay Scale for a fixed term until 31 August 2027, with start date in November 2026.

Applications from KS1 or KS2 teachers, including Early Careers Teachers, are welcomed. The successful candidate will contribute to a flexible, ambitious school culture and participate in ongoing professional

Qualifications

• QTS qualification or on-track status for QTS to start the post.
• Experience teaching in a primary school, KS1 or KS2.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and staff.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety and equal opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Teach according to students' needs and prepare engaging lesson plans.
• Assess, track and report progress, attainment and attendance.
• Use ICT and other resources to provide high-quality learning experiences.
• Maintain discipline and promote good behaviour, attendance and homework.
• Collaborate with phase teams and contribute to school planning.
• Participate in professional development and performance management.
• Communicate with parents and carers and support student wellbeing.

Skills

Strong communication

Empathy

Creativity

Adaptable

Education

Degree and QTS eligibility

Job description

Salary: Qualified Teachers Pay Scales: Main Pay Scale (MPS) to Upper Pay Scale (UPS)

Fixed Term: until 31st August 2027

Part Time: 13 hours per week over 2 days (Monday, Tuesday) (0.4 FTE)

Start Date: November 2026

Charles Darwin Primary is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed, and ambitious classroom teacher (maternity cover). We welcome applications from candidates with any relevant experience in KS1 or KS2. Applications from Early Careers Teachers are also welcomed.

The successful candidate will have a real interest in their own professional development and being part of a school that is ambitious for its students and community. They will be fully committed to the school’s vision to provide an exceptional educational experience with flexibility, creativity and commitment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Teach students according to their individual educational needs and prepare engaging lesson plans.
• Assess, record, track, and report on student progress, development, attainment, and attendance.
• Use a variety of teaching methods and resources, including ICT, literacy, and numeracy, to provide a high-quality learning experience.
• Maintain discipline, encourage good behaviour, attendance, punctuality, and standards of work and homework.
• Plan and contribute to curriculum development, Schemes of Work, and whole-school policies.
• Work collaboratively as part of a phase team and contribute to whole-school planning activities.
• Engage actively in professional development, performance management, and the Staff Development programme.
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers, guardians, and external agencies, including participation in open evenings and parents’ evenings.
• Promote student well-being, participation in school life, and support their personal development.
• Support the Primary’s ethos, mission, corporate policies, and health and safety procedures, playing a full role in the school community.

About You

The successful candidate will have strong communication skills, empathy, patience, and creativity in teaching. You will also be adaptable and passionate about your students' success. You will act as a positive role model, foster a supportive learning environment, and be committed to your own continuous learning and professional development.

Essential:

• An appropriate degree and other qualifications required for the award of QTS.
• Qualified Teacher Status (trainees should be on track to achieve QTS before taking up the post).
• Knowledge of the statutory requirements concerning Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, SEND and Child Protection.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and the wider community.
• Experience of teaching the relevant phase in a primary school.
• Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies, including the ability to provide for individual student needs.
• Experience of the monitoring, assessment, recording and reporting of pupils’ progress.

Desirable:

• Master’s Degree or other advanced qualifications.
• Experience teaching a knowledge-rich curriculum.
• Experience teaching across the whole primary age range and working in partnership with parents.
• ReadWriteInc training or experience.
• Advanced qualifications or experience in behaviour management, pedagogy, EAL, or SEND.

Why Join Inspiration Trust

At Inspiration Trust, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. You’ll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. We provide opportunities for growth and empower you to make a real impact in schools across Norfolk and north Suffolk. As part of our thriving network of talented teachers, leaders, and support staff, you’ll receive a varied professional development programme designed to help you be the best you can be.

We offer:

• Generous annual leave, and access to the Teachers' Pension Schemes (TPS) with excellent employer contributions
• Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs *
• Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). *
• Free parking at most sites
• Personalised CPD and development programmes
• A structured and specific induction programme.

* Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.

About Us

Charles Darwin Primary School and Nursery is a free school located in the heart of Norwich which opened in September 2016. The school was rated outstanding by Ofsted in June 2019 for overall effectiveness and has maintained success in their first ungraded inspection in April 2025. Children who graduate from Charles Darwin are resilient, independent, and confident individuals who express themselves creatively and value their place in the world. They benefit from a wealth of experiences beyond the classroom, helping them stay happy, engaged, and inspired to learn.

The school offers an innovative curriculum that encourages every child to thrive, combining a strong academic focus with a rich programme of cultural and sporting opportunities.

Charles Darwin Primary has close links with the highly successful Jane Austen College and Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form College, ensuring a strong educational pathway from early years through to post-16 education.

Although there is no on-site parking, the school and nursery are just a short walk from Norwich Train Station, served by several bus routes, with a range of paid parking options nearby.

We are part of the Inspiration Trust; a thriving family of schools across Norfolk and North Suffolk, recognised nationally for pupil progress and excellence in teaching and leadership. We believe every young person deserves the best education, regardless of background. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.

The Trust offers extensive networks and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to delivering outstanding professional and learning opportunities for all staff, supported by a rich programme of continuing professional development led by some of the country’s leading educational thinkers and practitioners.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Closing date for applications: 9am on Monday 12th October 2026

Interview date: Friday 16th October 2026