Temporary Classroom Teacher for a Key Stage Two Class (to cover maternity leave)- Billingham So[...]

Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council; Billingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority is seeking a dedicated class teacher for a Key Stage Two class at Billingham South Community Primary School. Candidates should demonstrate excellent teaching capabilities along with a desire to foster creativity in the classroom. This is a full-time, temporary position covering maternity leave from January to August 2026 with responsibilities centered on inspiring young learners in a supportive and dynamic school environment.

Benefits

Friendly and supportive working environment

Excellent CPD and mentoring opportunities

Encouraged sharing of good practice and skills

Tradition of high expectations of pupil behaviour

Engaging children who are receptive to caring staff

Qualifications

• Track record of excellent work as a student or teacher within the primary age range.
• Desire to be innovative and creative in the classroom.
• Commitment to working as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Teach Key Stage Two Class.
• Support and inspire students in a friendly and dynamic environment.

Skills

Excellent primary classroom practitioner

Innovative and creative teaching

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

Location: Billingham South Community Primary School

Salary: Teachers Mainstream Pay Scale (£32,916 - £45,352)

Closing Date: Midday Monday 29th September 2025

Interviews: Wednesday 8th October 2025

Contract Details: Full time Temporary to cover Maternity Leave starting 5th January 2026 until 31st Aug 2026

Disclosure

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Job Description

At Billingham South Community Primary School our vision is to ensure everyone is prepared and inspired to be the best they can be. We believe in excellent classrooms and excellent relationships. In this warm, friendly school at the heart of the community we know that our hearts are in Billingham and our eyes are on the world. We are a two-form entry school with a thriving, full Nursery. We also have an Enhanced Mainstream Provision for pupils with cognition and learning need and/or physical and medical need.

We require a class teacher for a Key Stage Two Class.

We are looking for either an excellent primary classroom practitioner or the job would also suit an excellent ECT who would be fully supported through an ECT programme.

Benefits

• A friendly and supportive working environment
• Excellent CPD and mentoring opportunities
• An atmosphere where the sharing of good practice and skills is encouraged
• A tradition of high expectations of pupil behaviour and pupil progress
• Wonderful children who are receptive to caring and dynamic staff

Requirements

• Have a track record of excellent work as a student or teacher within the primary age range
• Have a desire to be innovative and creative in the classroom
• Show a commitment to working as part of a team

If this exciting opportunity appeals to you, please contact our office manager, Kay Martin, for an application pack and/or to arrange a visit to our wonderful school.

Visits to school would be welcome at 4:00 on Tuesday 23rd September– visitors should e-mail Kay Martin to arrange these visits.

For applications and to arrange visits, e-mail:

E-MAIL: [e-mail]

PHONE: [phone]

POST: Mrs Kay Martin, Office Manager, Billingham South Community Primary School, Belasis Avenue, TS23 1BE