Year 1 Class Teacher - Maternity Cover (Fixed Term)

John Henry Newman Academy; Oxford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent professional development

ODST collaboration

Visits welcome

Job summary

John Henry Newman Academy, a Church of England school in Oxford, is seeking a Year 1 teacher for a fixed-term maternity cover. The successful candidate will be an excellent practitioner or ECT, with high expectations and ability to deliver engaging lessons.

The position starts 4 January 2027 and runs until 31 August 2027. The school offers a welcoming community, strong professional development, and opportunities to work across ODST.

Qualifications

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner or ECT.
• Has high expectations for all pupils.
• Committed to the wider life of the school.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and inspiring learning experiences for Year 1 pupils.
• Create a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment.
• Work effectively as part of a collaborative staff team.

Skills

Excellent classroom practitioner

ECT

Team player

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

John Henry Newman Academy, a Church of England school in Oxford, is seeking a Year 1 teacher for a fixed-term maternity cover. The successful candidate will be an excellent practitioner or ECT, with high expectations and ability to deliver engaging lessons.

The position starts 4 January 2027 and runs until 31 August 2027. The school offers a welcoming community, strong professional development, and opportunities to work across ODST.