Year 3 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Cheam School; Newbury; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cheam School in Berkshire is seeking a Year 3 Class Teacher to cover a maternity leave from January 2027 for up to 12 months. This full-time post offers an exciting opportunity to join the Years 3-4 Department and to contribute to a high-achieving, ambitious school.

The successful applicant will have expert curriculum knowledge and an appetite for learning, with the ability to build pupils' confidence and curiosity and to work both independently and as part of a supportive staff team.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with strong curriculum knowledge (Year 3).
• Ability to work independently and as part of the Years 3-4 team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and high standards of learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach a Year 3 class across the curriculum.
• Provide pastoral care for one Year 3 class.
• Coach Years 3-8 sport depending on experience.
• Utilise and direct Teaching Assistants as appropriate.

Skills

Year 3 teaching

Pastoral care

Coaching sport (Years 3-8)

TA management

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Years 3-4 Department at Cheam as a Year 3 Class Teacher for January 2027. This role is a full time post and is to cover a period of maternity leave for up to 12 months.

An outstanding and inspiring practitioner, the successful applicant will have expert curriculum knowledge and an insatiable appetite for learning. We are looking for someone who is able to build our pupils’ confidence and curiosity, enjoying the opportunity to develop their practice in this ambitious and successful school.

This post would suit someone looking to develop their career, either as a first placement or for someone looking to expand their experience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a desire to work independently and as a part of the Years 3-4 team. It is vital that they will fit in well with the enthusiastic and hardworking nature of the existing staff.

Key Duties

• Teaching of a Year 3 Class across the curriculum
• Responsibility for the pastoral care of one of the Year 3 Classes
• Coaching of Years 3-8 Sport, depending upon experience and expertise
• Utilising and directing Teaching Assistants as appropriate

About Cheam School

Cheam was founded in 1645 and is one of the oldest prep schools in the world. Cheam is an IAPS boarding and day school with boys and girls from age 3-13 years. Cheam prides itself on its excellent all-round record academically, musically, artistically and on the sports field and is especially highly regarded for its Character education. The facilities are outstanding. On completing their education at Cheam, children move on to the top Public Schools in England, including but not limited to: Bradfield, Downe House, Eton, Marlborough, Radley, Sherborne, Wellington and Winchester. The school is non-selective yet achieves consistently high standards academically, through an inspirational and dedicated team of teachers.

Cheam School is situated in a stunning rural location ten minutes from Newbury and fifteen minutes from Basingstoke, just off the A339. It is surrounded by smaller towns and villages from which it draws many of its pupils.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete the application form and equal opportunities form found on our website at www.cheamschool.co.uk and please include a covering letter. Unfortunately we are unable to accept applications without a completed application form.

Covering letters and application forms should be submitted via email to Siobhan Branch, [e-mail] – alternatively you can post your application to the address below.

Key Dates

• Closing date for applications: Wednesday 4th November 2026 at 17:00
• Interviews will be held from: Monday 9th November
• Start date: January 2027
• The school reserves the right to call someone to interview before the application closing date

Safeguarding, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Cheam School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

We are also committed to a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion. If you believe your personal values would fit with the Cheam values and ethos we would love to hear from you. Whatever your background, if you lead by example, show resilience, kindness and seek always to integrate and share, please get in touch.