Year 1 Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

Teaching Vacancies; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Lindow Community Primary School seeks an exceptional class teacher to join our skilled and dedicated team. You will inspire and nurture all children, helping them reach their true potential. You will be supported by a strong governing body, and a collaborative staff group committed to high standards and inclusive education.

The post starts 22 February 2027, is full-time and temporary for one year, with a visits day on 11th Nov at 2:00pm or 12th Nov at 4:00pm. Closing date 18th Nov 2026.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
• Demonstrated outstanding teaching and progress for all pupils.
• Experience in planning, implementing and evaluating improvement actions.
• Proven ability to manage behaviour in class and across the school.
• Knowledge of Key Stage 1 / EYFS is desirable.
• Strong understanding of assessment techniques to maximise pupil progress.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status

CPD evidence

Outstanding teaching

Behaviour management

KS1/EYFS experience

Data analysis

Assessment techniques

SEND knowledge

ICT skills

Job description

Upcast Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 6EH

Pay:

Meets national minimum wage

Contract Type:

Contract

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

05/11/2026

About this job

What skills and experience we're looking for Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher status
• Evidence of continuous professional development Experience
• Able to demonstrate outstanding teaching and excellent progress for all children of all abilities
• Evidence of setting, implementing and evaluating action plans
• Proven ability to manage behaviour both within class and throughout the school.
• Experience of teaching in Key Stage One/EYFS (desirable) Knowledge & Understanding -Knowledge and understanding of the breadth of subjects across the National Curriculum
• Confident use of ICT communication skills
• Demonstrable knowledge of assessment techniques to maximise pupil outcomes for all abilities
• Knowledge and understanding of data analysis and the ability to use data to set targets for individual pupil progress
• Confident in meeting the learning needs of a wide range of abilities, including children with SEND
• Up to date knowledge & understanding of the current national education agenda
• Understanding of relevant equal opportunities, health and safety and safeguarding guidance and legislations, and with commitment to keeping up to date with changes in legislation affecting schools.
• Knowledge of the regulations around safeguarding and how to address any issues that might arise
• Knowledge of good practice guidelines to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people
• Understanding of how children & adults learn and effectively apply their learning Communication Skills
• The ability to communicate clearly and take into account, where appropriate, the views of others
• Effectively communicate orally and in writing to a range of audiences
• Negotiate and consult
• Experience of communicating effectively with parents and carers
• Experience of effective communication with teaching assistants

Self-Management Skills

• Ability to plan time and organise work effectively
• This will include an ability to:
• Prioritise and manage time
• Work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Be self motivating and set personal goals

School Ethos

• Capacity to influence others
• Evidence of excellent working relationships with colleagues
• An ability & commitment to develop and maintain the ethos of the school
• Ability to support and help develop a vision for high quality education that promotes development of life skills as well as fulfilling academic potential
• Be fully committed to ensuring a wholly inclusive setting
• Ability to ensure that the school atmosphere is welcoming and that parents are encouraged to take an active part in the life of the school and their child’s education

Personal Attributes

• Adaptability to changing circumstances & ideas
• Energy and enthusiasm
• Trustworthy, fair and kind
• Demonstrates reliability and integrity
• Be able to demonstrate emotional resilience in working with children and colleagues
• To be a good role model to motivate and inspire children, staff, parents, governors and the wider community
• Approachable, honest and have a good sense of humour

What the school offers its staff

The governors of our happy and friendly school are looking to appoint an exceptional class teacher to our skilled and dedicated team.

You will be a passionate teacher with a proven ability to inspire, challenge and nurture all children so they fulfil their true potential and be the very best they can be.

You will be supported by an exceptional group of teachers and support staff and a committed governing body with a strong, shared vision and values.

Our website offers an excellent insight into life at our school.

We are also offering an opportunity to visit the school in person on at Wednesday 11th November at 2:00pm or Thursday 12th November at 4:00pm.

The post will commence from 22nd February 2027, or earlier if possible, and is a full time temporary position for one year.

This post is suitable for ECTs.

Closing date: Wednesday 18th November - 12:00pm Lesson observations & interviews: W/C 23rd November

Applicants for this teaching post will therefore require two references, and be subject to rigorous induction processes including a DBS check.

We look forward to receiving your application, and wish you well in the selection process.

Commitment to safeguarding

The staff and governing body of Lindow Community Primary School place the highest importance on keeping our children safe.

Applicants for this post will therefore require two references, and be subject to rigorous induction processes including a DBS check.