Year 5 Class Teacher – Maternity Cover (Jan 2027)

Dorset Council; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Highcliffe St Mark Primary School is seeking a Year 5 class teacher to start in January 2027 to cover a maternity leave until the end of the summer term 2027. The successful candidate will join a supportive staff team in a church school that values positive relationships and high standards in learning and behaviour.

Visits to the school are welcomed. The closing date is 20 October 2026 and interview date is 4 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Have experience of teaching in Primary Schools.
• Be committed to relational practice, knowing that strong relationships are the key to good behaviour.
• Be passionate about children's learning as well as their social and emotional development.
• Enjoy working as part of an enthusiastic team.
• Have high standards for themselves and for their children.

Skills

Primary teaching experience

Relational practice

Passionate about learning

Team player

High standards

Education

QTS / PGCE

Job description

Highcliffe St Mark Primary School is seeking a Year 5 class teacher to start in January 2027 to cover a maternity leave until the end of the summer term 2027. The successful candidate will join a supportive staff team in a church school that values positive relationships and high standards in learning and behaviour.

Visits to the school are welcomed. The closing date is 20 October 2026 and interview date is 4 November 2026.