Year 2 Classroom Teacher (0.2FTE) Maternity Cover


Company:	Teaching Vacancies
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Colchester, CO2 9AZ
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	18 Sept 2026
Closing date:	2 Oct 2026

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you passionate about working with children in schools and changing lives? We are looking for a motivated and hardworking Class Teacher to join our warm, friendly school to cover a period of Maternity Leave.The successful candidate will inspire our children and become part of our enthusiastic, dedicated and creative team. We are looking for a teacher who:

• can challenge pupils and have high expectations of what they can achieve;

• has a passion for developing children's learning, is forward thinking and open to new ideas;

• can inspire a love of life-long learning;

• can motivate and support pupils at all levels, demonstrating a commitment to inclusion and high standards for all;

• can implement and consistently follow the school's behaviour policy and behaviour management strategies, creating a positive, inclusive and respectful learning environment where all pupils feel safe, supported and able to learn

• will be committed, flexible and has the ability and commitment to work effectively as a member of the team;

• has excellent teaching, organisation and communication skills;

• be able to bring vision, energy and enthusiasm to the post;

• is creative and can inspire learning;

• demonstrate a nurturing, engaging personality and has a good sense of humour!

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• a welcoming atmosphere, enthusiastic and well-mannered children;

• a supportive and motivated staff and leadership team;

• enthusiastic children with a love of learning;

• a commitment to professional development;

• a positive ethos where all can succeed;

• access to working in partnership with like-minded schools in our Consortium.

Commitment to safeguarding

King's Ford Infant School and Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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