Class Teacher; Maternity Cover

Position: Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Location:

East Birmingham

Contract:

Maternity Cover
Working Pattern:
Full-time (5 days per week)

Start Date:

April 2026
Pay:
Paid weekly via PAYE through Teacher Active

Teacher Active are proud to be working in partnership with a welcoming and well-established Catholic Primary School in East Birmingham. This is a 1-form entry school with a strong sense of community, supportive leadership, and a clear commitment to nurturing both pupils and staff.

The school are seeking a dedicated and adaptable Class Teacher to cover a maternity leave. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate teacher who enjoys delivering high-quality teaching and making a real impact across the primary age range.

The Role:

The successful candidate will:

Take full responsibility for a class, including planning, preparation, and assessment

Deliver engaging and creative lessons aligned with the National Curriculum

Create a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment

Demonstrate flexibility and confidence in teaching across different year groups

Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and senior leadership

Uphold and support the Catholic ethos and values of the school

‍ The Ideal Candidate :

We are looking for a teacher who:

Is a qualified Primary Teacher (QTS)

Is confident planning and delivering lessons independently

Can commit to full-time work, 5 days per week

Has experience (or confidence) teaching across multiple year groups

Is organised, reflective, and committed to high standards of teaching and learning

Has strong classroom management skills and builds positive relationships with pupils

Is happy to work within a Catholic school environment (you do not need to be Catholic)

Why Work Through Teacher Active?

PAYE pay – no umbrella companies

A dedicated consultant who understands your needs and supports you throughout the placement

Access to CPD and safeguarding training

Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles beyond this maternity cover

Honest communication, consistent work, and schools that value supply staff

This role would suit:

An experienced teacher looking for a stable maternity contract

An ECT wanting valuable classroom experience in a supportive school

A confident practitioner who enjoys variety and adapting to different year groups

Apply today to find out more about this fantastic opportunity in East Birmingham.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with Teacher Active.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, s and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services