Year 3 Teacher - Maternity Cover

Hatherop Castle; Cirencester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch provided

EV scheme with Octopus Energy

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discount

On site parking

Group pension scheme

Job summary

Hatherop Castle School invites applications for a Year 3 teacher on a fixed-term maternity contract. The role is full-time and based in Cirencester, with a supportive environment and opportunities to contribute to the wider life of the school.

We look for an enthusiastic teacher who can inspire the KS2 class, with a passion for learning, and the ability to mentor Early Career Teachers within a collaborative team. The school offers a nurturing community in the heart of the Cotswolds.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Year 3 in a UK primary setting.
• Ability to contribute to wider life of the school including co-curricular activities.
• ECTs welcome with mentoring and professional development offered.

Responsibilities

• Teach Year 3 curriculum with engaging, high-quality lessons.
• Assess and monitor progress; adapt teaching to meet needs.
• Support school-wide activities and events as part of the community.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum planning

Differentiation

KS2 Teaching

Education

QTS

Job description

# Year 3 Teacher - Maternity CoverEmployer: Hatherop Castle SchoolLocation: Cirencester, GloucestershireContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeContract Length: Maternity Cover-max 12 monthsSalary: TBCPosted: 5th November 2026Expires: 25th November 2026 11:59 AMStart Date: 1st March 2027Job ID: 1582837* Share :* PrintHatherop Castle School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, talented and committed Year 3 teacher to join our thriving school community on a fixed-term maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to teach within a successful co-educational day and boarding prep school and nursery, set in the heart of the Cotswolds and part of the Wishford Education Group.We are looking for an outstanding classroom practitioner who inspires children through engaging teaching, high expectations and a genuine passion for learning. The successful candidate will share our belief that every child should be supported to be ambitious, develop a love of learning, grow in independence and fulfil their potential.The role would suit both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs), who would benefit from a supportive and collaborative environment with access to mentoring and professional development.The successful candidate will be expected to contribute fully to the wider life of the school, including games, co-curricular activities and other aspects of school life.**Hours, Salary & Benefits:**Position: Fixed term maternity position. Full Time.Salary: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.Additional Benefits:* Small class sizes (Max 18 pupils per class, average 15)* Lunch (during term time), snacks and hot drinks all provided as part of the role.* EV scheme with Octopus Energy* Cycle to work scheme & shopping discounts* 12% employer pension* Access to Group’s counselling scheme* On site parking* Personal accident at work cover* Opportunities for career development within the Wishford group of schoolsTo read the full job description, please see the candidate pack attached.### AttachmentsY3 Mat Teacher - Hatherop Castle\\_compressed (1)### Safeguarding Statement:Wishford Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. This will include checks with past employers, references, online searches, medical checks, overseas checks and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.Wishford Education is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to religion, sex, age, disability, nationality or any other protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010.