Year 4 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) – St Johns CofE Primary School

Local Government South East; Reading; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car parking

Staff wellbeing package

Professional development opportunities

Integrated church setting

Job summary

Reading Borough Council in Reading is seeking a Year 4 class teacher for maternity cover starting 30 November 2026. The post is a fixed-term contract until 21 July 2027 and may be based at St John’s CE Primary School, Reading.

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, a strong team player with excellent communication skills, and committed to creating a positive learning environment. ECTs or experienced teachers on Main/Upper Pay Scale are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and passionate about teaching.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills.
• Committed to fostering a positive learning environment.
• Dedicated to personal and professional growth.

Skills

Enthusiastic teacher

Team player

Excellent communication

Positive learning environment

Professional growth

Education

QTS

Job description

Reading Borough Council

Maternity Cover Full Time – Start date 30th November 2026 Initially a fixed term contract until 21st July 2027

• Fixed Term
• Full Time
• Temporary
• Reading
• Posted 5 days ago
• £32,916 to £51,048 Per year £ / Year
• Closes: 15 November 2026

Website Reading Borough Council

ECTs, Main Pay Scale or Upper Pay Scale Teachers are welcome to apply!

Join Our Wonderful Team at St John’s CE Primary School, Reading!

Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity? St John’s Church of England Primary School, a welcoming and nurturing church school, is inviting applications for a Maternity Cover Year 4 Class Teacher position from 30th November 2026 for an initial fixed term contract until 21st July 2027.

Why Join St John’s?

At St John’s, our children are at the heart of everything we do. They are happy, engaged, and eager to learn! We are committed to fostering a professional, dynamic, and supportive team where high standards are met with warmth and care.

St John’s has recently been graded with three ‘Strong’ areas in its Ofsted inspection in July 2026 and celebrates the strength of our very special school.

The Ideal Candidate

• Enthusiastic and passionate about teaching
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Committed to fostering a positive learning environment
• Dedicated to personal and professional growth

What We Offer

• A supportive and experienced leadership team
• A strong ethos of care and collaboration within our school family
• Ongoing professional development and opportunities for career progression
• A beautiful school setting with an integrated church – a truly special place to work
• Dedicated car parking and a comprehensive staff well-being package

St John’s Church of England Primary School, as a member of the Oxford Diocesan Schools Trust, is committed to safeguarding children and young people.

All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check. Online checks may also be carried out to comply with KCSIE.

To find out more information email [e-mail] or call 0118 937 5540 or visit: https://www.stjohns.reading.sch.uk/work-with-us