Full Time Teacher - Fixed Term Maternity Cover

Knowsley Council; Margaret (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

St Margaret Mary’s Roman Catholic Junior School is seeking a driven KS2 teacher for fixed-term maternity cover to commence 1 February 2027. The role involves delivering high-quality teaching within a warm, supportive Catholic ethos and collaborating with colleagues to raise standards.

The successful candidate will be an outstanding educator with strong classroom management, a commitment to inclusion, and a readiness to contribute to extra-curricular activity.

Qualifications

• Outstanding KS2 teacher with high expectations.
• High expectations of pupil achievement and behaviour.
• Committed to supporting Roman Catholic ethos.
• Excellent team player prepared to work closely with colleagues.
• Committed to equality of opportunity for pupils.
• Understands the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• Excellent organisational and inter-personal skills.
• Willing to contribute to the extra-curricular life of the school.
• Willingness to take part in school improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communicator.
• Proactive member of our school team.

Skills

KS2 Teaching

Team Player

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Commitment to Catholic Ethos

Job description

We are looking for driven and passionate people to work with us to deliver real benefits for children and families in Knowsley.

Full Time Teacher - Fixed Term Maternity Cover

• Employer: Knowsley Schools
• Location: St.Margaret Mary's Catholic Junior School
• Contract: Temporary
• Working Pattern: Full Time
• Hours: 36 hours per week.
• Closing Date: 19/11/2026 at 12:00
• Reference: SVP 0942

Full Time Teacher – Fixed Term Maternity Cover

Post to commence 1 st February 2027

At St Margaret Mary’s Roman Catholic Junior School, we have a warm, welcoming and stimulating environment for all children. We aim to ensure that all children enjoy school and develop a lifelong love of learning in a supportive Catholic Community. Through our partnerships with parents and the community, we strive to help children achieve their potential academically, socially, and emotionally.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an outstanding Key Stage 2 Teacher, with high expectations and a commitment to raising standards.
• Has high expectations of pupil achievement and behaviour.
• Is committed to supporting our Roman Catholic ethos.
• Is an excellent team player who is prepared to work closely with colleagues within a team setting.
• Is committed to equality of opportunity for our pupils.
• Understands the needs of pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs.
• Has excellent organisational and inter-personal skills.
• Is willing to contribute to the extra-curricular life of the school.
• Has a willingness to take part in school improvement initiatives.
• Is an excellent communicator.
• Will be a proactive member of our school team.

In return, we can offer a warm and welcoming environment with talented and enthusiastic pupils; a dynamic and friendly staff who are passionate about making a difference for our pupils; a supportive Local Governing Body; parents who are keen for their children to thrive; and a commitment to high quality CPD opportunities.

St Margaret Mary’s Roman Catholic Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS clearance and will be subject to DfE pre-employment checks including satisfactory references from current/most recent employers/Head of Faculty (in the case of university applicants).By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance.

Closing Date: 19 th November 2026

Shortlisting: 19 th November 2026

Observations: 24 th November 2026

Interviews: 27 th November 2026