Class Teacher; maternity cover

Position: Class Teacher (maternity cover)
* Class Teacher (maternity cover)
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Employer

Location:

Warminster, Wiltshire Contract Type:
Fixed term contract

Hours:

Part Time Contract Length:
Maternity, from June 2026

Salary:
MPS/UPS (£32,916 – £51,048) FTEPosted:
19th January 2026

Start Date:

1st June 2026

Expires:
13th February 2026 12:00 PM Contract Type:
Fixed term contract

Start Date:

1st June 2026

Job :
1530037

Job Reference:
NEW
25-26-6

Start Date:

1st June 2026
* Contract Type  :

Fixed term contract
* Contract Length:
Maternity, from June 2026
* Job
* Share :
** New Close Primary School
** is looking for a dedicated and inspiring
** Class Teacher
** to join its vibrant team on a
** maternity cover contract
** and support pupils
** in KS2**, with effect
** from June 2026**.
*
* Contract:

** Maternity cover contract (effective from 1st June 2026).
*
* Working Hours:

** Part-time (0.8 FTE).
*
* Required:

** June 2026 (a September 2026 start may be considered for the right candidate).We are a caring and inclusive non-denominational, growing school, situated in the garrison town of Warminster, Wiltshire. We are at the heart of our local community and pride ourselves on getting to know each of our pupils, and their families/carers, so that we can provide them with the support they need and help them to develop as individuals.

Our nurturing team are committed to providing the best possible education for all of our pupils, while our strong values system helps contribute to the positive and calm atmosphere found in every classroom. With the support of Acorn Education Trust, we have transformed our learning environments and curriculum, and are very proud to be graded as ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted in our most recent inspection.
** We are looking for someone who:
*** Is committed to becoming a truly excellent teacher;
* Can teach a broad range of engaging and effective lessons that motivate, inspire and improve student attainment;
* Can plan and deliver lessons and sequences of lessons to the highest standard that ensure real learning takes place and students make superior progress;
* Is able to raise attainment and challenge students to achieve their best;
* Has a commitment to extra-curricular activities;
* Has good knowledge and awareness of current initiatives in Key Stage 2;
* Is an effective team member who can contribute positively to our team and across the wider school community;
* Has a positive, cheerful outlook with a good sense of humour;
* Is able to forge good relationships with students and staff;
* Is able to work hard and remain calm under pressure;
* Has a desire to work within the Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) structure.
** We can offer the successful candidate:
*** An ambitious and vibrant place to work, with enthusiastic children and staff who are passionate about learning;
* A workplace where everyone feels valued and supported
* Opportunities for training and progression;
* The support of Acorn Education Trust, with excellent opportunities to work with experienced colleagues;
* A supportive and clearly defined induction procedure.
** For information about this role**, including a full

Job Description and Person Specification, please read our
** Applicant Information Pack**. If you have any additional questions, please contact our school admin office on:
* Closing Date:
** Friday 13th February 2026 at 12pm
** Interview Date:
** w/c Monday 9th March 2026
**
* Please note:

while the closing date for applications has been set, we reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate upon receipt of an exceptional application. Therefore, we would encourage prompt application for this position.***### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:
* Acorn Education Trust, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful in obtaining this post you will be subject to a Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and health screening.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

As part of our safer recruitment processes, if you are shortlisted for the post, we will carry out a social media account search.*### New Close Primary School Part of### Acorn Education Trust
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