Class Teacher Maternity Cover

Class Teacher - Kettering
Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire | Full-Time | September 2026 Start | Maternity Cover

Are you a passionate and dedicated primary teacher looking for your next opportunity in a supportive and welcoming school environment?

Do you want to work in a setting where pupil development, staff wellbeing, and high-quality teaching are genuinely at the heart of everything they do?

We are working in partnership with a friendly and inclusive primary school in Kettering that is seeking an enthusiastic Class Teacher to join their team from September 2026 on a maternity cover basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed educator who is passionate about inspiring young learners and supporting every child to achieve their full potential.

This role offers the chance to join a supportive school community on a fixed-term basis, with the possibility of further opportunities for the right candidate.

Role Highlights:

• Plan and deliver engaging and creative lessons in line with the National Curriculum
• Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment where all pupils can thrive
• Support both academic progress and pupils' social and emotional development
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of pupils across a range of abilities
• Monitor, assess, and track pupil progress, providing clear and effective feedback
• Promote positive behaviour, independence, confidence, and resilience
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, teaching assistants, and parents to support pupil outcomes
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including enrichment activities, trips, and events

About You:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• Experience teaching within a UK primary school setting (KS1 or KS2 desirable)
• Strong understanding of the Primary National Curriculum
• A nurturing, enthusiastic, and adaptable approach to teaching and learning
• Excellent communication, organisation, and classroom management skills
• A strong commitment to raising pupil attainment and supporting whole-child development
• ECTs are warmly encouraged to apply and will receive full support and mentoring

What's On Offer:

• Full-time Class Teacher maternity cover position starting September 2026
• Fixed-term opportunity within a supportive primary school in Kettering
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications (MPS/UPS)
• Supportive leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and development
• Access to high-quality CPD and clear career progression opportunities
• A positive, welcoming, and collaborative primary school environment
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant throughout your placement

Professional Development:

You will have access to a wide range of CPD opportunities designed to support your ongoing growth as an educator, including training in curriculum development, behaviour management, safeguarding, assessment, and evidence-based teaching practice.

If you are ready to inspire, motivate, and make a real difference in the classroom, we would love to hear from you.