KS2 Classroom Teacher

KS2 Classroom Teacher

Required from 21st August 2026

Pay Grade: MPS/UPS

Fixed Term, 1 Year maternity cover

Full Time 32.5 hours per week

Note: There are currently two adverts out for the same maternity cover position on ETeach. One is for starting on 21st August 2026 and the other for starting on Monday 26th October 2026. Applications are welcomed for both adverts and interviews will also be conducted for both adverts. The job will be offered to the strongest applicant across both adverts.

About Our School

Desford Community Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive school at the heart of the local community. Central to everything we do at Desford is our school rule: Be Kind to Yourself, Others and the Environment. As a school we are committed to creating a nurturing, ambitious, and inspiring environment where every child is encouraged to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We believe strongly in promoting pupil agency and equity, ensuring that all children feel valued, empowered, and able to succeed through meaningful opportunities, high expectations, and an inclusive approach to learning and personal development.

At Desford Community Primary School we are able to offer you:

Friendly, enthusiastic and well-behaved children who enjoy learning

A hardworking, supportive and dedicated staff team

A positive working environment where wellbeing is valued

A coaching ethos to develop practice

A school that has strong commitment to developing its staff individually and supports you with your continued professional development

Supportive leadership and governors committed to school improvement

Strong partnerships with parents and the wider community

The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families

In return we are looking for someone who:

Demonstrates a commitment to our school ethos of “Be kind to yourself, others and the environment”

Promotes and models our core values of being Ready, Safe and Respectful

Is dedicated to ensuring all children thrive through equity, inclusion, and high expectations

Fosters pupil agency by encouraging independence, confidence, and a love of learning

Builds positive and supportive relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and the wider community

Works effectively as part of a collaborative and supportive team

Demonstrates strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills

Shows flexibility, enthusiasm, and a willingness to contribute to wider school life

Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Closing Date

The closing date for completed applications is Wednesday 10th June, with interviews taking place during the week commencing Monday 15th June.

Application process

Application forms and further details can be downloaded from Eteach. Completed application forms should be submitted via ETeach. An email will be sent to shortlisted candidates with details of the