Year 1 Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

Academics; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational recruiting agency is seeking a Year 1 Class Teacher for maternity cover at a vibrant primary school in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire. The ideal candidate holds QTS and has a passion for early years education. This role, starting January 2026, offers a supportive teaching environment with excellent resources and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

Supportive teaching team

Child-centred learning environment

Excellent resources

Qualifications

• Must hold QTS.
• Experience teaching Year 1 preferred.
• Passionate about early years education.

Responsibilities

• Teach Year 1 students on a maternity cover basis.
• Manage classroom behavior effectively.
• Support the wider school community.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Experience in Key Stage 1

Classroom management skills

Passion for early years education

Ability to work independently and in a team

Job description

Overview

Year 1 Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

Great Missenden, Chiltern District Start Date: January 2026
Maternity Maternity Cover MPS/UPS Pay Scale

About the Role

• Position: Year 1 Class Teacher - Maternity Cover
• Start Date: January 2026
• Contract Type: Maternity Cover
• School Type: 1-Form Entry Primary
• Location: Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire
• Pay Scale: MPS/UPS
• Ofsted Rating: 'Good'

Handover

This role offers a smooth and structured handover period, as the current teacher will remain in post until February 2026. This allows you time to settle in, get to know the class, and transition confidently into your new role.

About the School

This vibrant 1-form entry primary school is widely respected within the Buckinghamshire education community. With a strong sense of family and inclusion, the school prides itself on its supportive leadership, dedicated staff, and enthusiastic pupils.

Key strengths include:

• A collaborative and experienced teaching team
• Engaged and curious learners who enjoy coming to school
• A warm and inclusive school culture with a focus on every child\'s success
• Rich learning displays and a positive learning environment throughout the school

What the School Offers

• A strong, cohesive teaching team
• Excellent resources and well-equipped classrooms
• A focus on continuous professional development
• A respectful, child-centred learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have experience teaching in Key Stage 1, ideally in Year 1
• Be passionate about early years education and child development
• Demonstrate excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• Be creative, reflective, and open to ongoing professional growth
• Work well independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Be committed to supporting the wider school community
• Be available to start in January 2026

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like your ideal next step, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply now or contact us directly to discuss the role in more detail. We're also supporting several other schools in the region, so if this isn't quite the right fit, we may still have the perfect opportunity for you.