Primary Teacher

Primary Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Based: Swindon

Grade: Main Pay Scale plus attractive employee benefits (£32000 - £42000) DOE

Start Date: January 2026

Contract Type: Fixed-term maternity cover – full time Monday to Friday

About the Role

This school is looking to attract a caring, committed Primary Class Teacher to join a highly established team on a maternity cover basis. This is a chance to make a real impact in a supportive school where children’s wellbeing and personal growth are at the heart of everything that this school believes in. If you passionate about helping young learners to thrive — academically, socially, and emotionally — we would love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities

As part of our close-knit teaching team, you will:

• Create a safe, inclusive classroom where every child feels valued and supported
• Build strong relationships with pupils, parents, guardians and colleagues
• Encourage children to take pride in their work and grow in confidence
• Support pupils to reach their potential — whether they need extra help or to stretch their capabilities  
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons with clear structure, pace, and challenge
• Use assessments to guide your teaching and help children progress
• Work closely with support staff to make the most of classroom time
• Lead a subject area and share updates with SLT and governors
• Keep learning yourself — through CPD, collaboration, and reflection

About you

• Someone who Brings energy, empathy, and professionalism to the classroom
• Has high expectations for all learners and adapts teaching to meet their needs
• Uses a range of teaching strategies to spark curiosity and build independence
• Communicates clearly and works well with others
• Is confident using assessment to inform planning and feedback
• Is happy to contribute to school life, staff meetings, and parent partnerships

Key Requirements

This role follows the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document and is subject to:

• Requires Qualified Teaching Status
• Teaching experience within KS1 and/or KS2
• School policies and curriculum guidelines
• Confident in the use of MS Office applications
• Able to present to key teaching staff and management
• To respect diversity across religious faiths and beliefs
• National legislation and local employment agreements
• The children’s workforce common core skills and knowledge

Unfortunately this employer does not offer employment sponsorship.