Year 5 Class Teacher — Relational, Maternity Cover

Dorset Council UK; Coleford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Highcliffe St Mark Primary School in Christchurch is seeking a Year 5 class teacher to start January 2027 to cover maternity leave until the end of the summer term 2027. The successful candidate will join a supportive staff team and help maintain a happy, motivated learning environment.

The role requires experience in primary education, a commitment to relational practice, and the ability to work well within our church school community, delivering a varied and engaging curriculum.

Qualifications

• Experience of teaching in primary schools.
• Commitment to relational practice as key to good behaviour.
• Passion for children’s learning and social/emotional development.
• Enjoy working as part of an enthusiastic team.
• High standards for themselves and for their pupils.

Responsibilities

• Teach a Year 5 class.
• Foster strong relationships within the school community.
• Deliver a varied and engaging curriculum including French/Computing/Forest School where appropriate.

Skills

Relational practice

Team collaboration

Passion for learning

Classroom management

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Bachelors in Primary Education

Job description

Highcliffe St Mark Primary School in Christchurch is seeking a Year 5 class teacher to start January 2027 to cover maternity leave until the end of the summer term 2027. The successful candidate will join a supportive staff team and help maintain a happy, motivated learning environment.

The role requires experience in primary education, a commitment to relational practice, and the ability to work well within our church school community, delivering a varied and engaging curriculum.