Year 3 Teacher

Job Description:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Year 3 Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Burton on a full-time basis. This position is a maternity cover role, starting immediately after the Easter break.

To ensure a smooth transition for pupils and staff, the successful candidate will be required to complete a handover week with the current class teacher during the week prior to the Easter break.

About the School
The school comprises 14 classes with around 380 pupils and many dedicated, hard-working staff. It is situated on extensive grounds with over 1,000 trees and beautiful grassed areas, providing a unique and inspiring environment for learning.

As the school states:
“We believe in nurturing a love for learning while fostering a connection to nature. Our dedicated team is committed to providing a rich and inspiring curriculum that supports every child's development.”

The Role:

• Full-time Year 3 class teacher
• Full classroom responsibilities, including planning, preparation, marking and assessment
• Attending and contributing to parents’ evenings
• Participation in staff meetings and twilight sessions
• Maintaining high standards of teaching and learning

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have experience teaching in Key Stage 2 (preferably Year 3)
• Demonstrate strong behaviour management skills
• Be committed, organised, and proactive
• Be happy to fully immerse themselves in the role and wider school life
• Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for a new one through Smile Education
• Be able to supply references covering the past two years, commenting on your interaction with children and teaching practice
• Be available to attend an interview and potentially a walk round at the school

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive school community and make a real impact during an important stage of pupils’ development.
If you are a dedicated and passionate teacher ready to take on full classroom responsibilities, we would love to hear from you.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.