Year 1 Class Teacher – Fixed-Term Maternity Cover

The Methodist Church in Britain; Normanton on Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing professional development

Career progression

Supportive leadership team

Collaborative school ethos

Dedicated car parking

Comprehensive staff wellbeing package

Job summary

St John’s Church of England Primary School is seeking a Year 1 class teacher for a fixed-term maternity cover from 3 November 2026 to 5 November 2027. The role focuses on teaching Year 1 with a strong emphasis on communication and teamwork within a church school ethos.

The successful candidate will hold QTS (including ECTs) and be comfortable joining a collaborative leadership team with a commitment to professional growth and a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher status with eligibility for ECTs and for main or upper pay scale
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Adaptability to a maternity-cover fixed-term contract

Responsibilities

• Teach a Year 1 class as maternity cover
• Contribute to a positive learning environment and school ethos

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Education

QTS including ECTs

Job description

St John’s Church of England Primary School is seeking a Year 1 class teacher for a fixed-term maternity cover from 3 November 2026 to 5 November 2027. The role focuses on teaching Year 1 with a strong emphasis on communication and teamwork within a church school ethos.

The successful candidate will hold QTS (including ECTs) and be comfortable joining a collaborative leadership team with a commitment to professional growth and a positive learning environment.