Maternity Cover Teacher – temporary potential

Maternity Cover – Temporary with potential to extend or become permanent

• Employer: The Pines School
• Location: The Pines School, Hanworth Road, Bracknell
• Contract: Temporary
• Working Pattern: Full Time/Term Time
• Hours: Full time hours.
• Closing Date: 18/01/2026 at 23:59
• Reference: Pri/25/326336

We are looking fora very special person to come and join our team. We have a20 place resource provision for children with autism and speech,language and communication needs. The majority ofour children attend mainstream in the afternoons however some of our children are in the provision full time. This is a unique role which requires someone who has the following skill set:

• Able to plan for individual needs
• Candevelopan enriching learning environment
• Has experience of teaching pupils with varying needs
• Has SEND experience
• Is able toadapt learning
• Has experience of leading and directing support staff
• Is willing to work as part of an excellent team
• Has anunderstandingofthe curriculum across EYFS, KS1 and KS2

‘An atmosphere of partnership and purpose can be felt throughout this school. There is a shared high ambition to ensure every pupil is an eager learner who achieves well. Staff prioritise developing caring relationships will pupils, providing thoughtful nurture and care. Classrooms and communal areas are therefore kind and calm places. Pupils feel safe and say that bullying is rare. Children of all ages are proud of their good behaviour.

One pupil said, ‘I love it here and never want to leave.’

The Pines is a vibrant Primary school with a Nursery. We are wellresourcedand we have extensive outside space along with a Specialist Resource Provision. There are currently 300 children on roll.

At The Pines there has been rapid improvement in the quality of education, behaviour &attitude sand personal development.

We will continue to focus on improving the outcomes for our children. This is an exciting time to join us and our amazing team.

The schoolis located inthe

Hanworthestate which is on the outskirts of Bracknell town and is within very easy access of many amenities. The 'Look Out’ environmental area, Bracknell Sports Centre and Swimming Pool, David Lloyd Health Club, the South Hill Park Theatre & Arts Centre are all well within walking distance with skating, bowling,cinema sand a leisure pool nearby.

We can offer you:

• Excellent, experienced support staff
• A dedicated SRPSENCo
• Happy, motivated children who enjoy coming to school
• A commitment to professional development for all staff
• Caring and committed staff teams including an actively supportive leadership teamwho work well together
• Supportive parents who engage positively in the improvement of the school

Closing date: 18th January 2026(we reserve the right to close the vacancy before this date should a suitable candidiate be found).

Interview: To be confirmed, reviewed on receipt of shortlisted applications

Hours: Full time

Terms: This is a fixed term position to cover maternity leave from February (or sooner if possible) until 31st December 2026, with potential to extend or become permanent.

Visits are actively encouraged.

Please contact Steph Chandler, School Business Manager, should you require any further information.

At The Pines we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to Apply - Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered.

Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.

Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.

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