Class Teacher – Maternity Cover

Shorefields; Chipping Ongar; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Essex seeks an inspirational teacher to cover maternity leave for Year 5. This full-time role will manage a class of 26 children and work alongside a full-time Learning Support Assistant. The school promotes a vibrant and supportive environment, offering opportunities for professional growth for both experienced and early career teachers. The successful candidate will showcase dynamic teaching skills and a commitment to the school's ethos of creating confident, lifelong learners.

Qualifications

• Teachers should demonstrate inspirational teaching techniques.
• Strong classroom management skills are essential.
• Candidates must show the ability to contribute to team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Cover maternity leave for Year 5 teacher.
• Lead and manage a class of 26 children with a full-time LSA.
• Share and develop best practices with colleagues.

Skills

Inspirational teaching

Creative lesson planning

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Leadership potential

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Ongar Primary School is using its own application form, please click the button below to download and view it as Essex School Jobs cannot automatically fill out an application form that has been created by a school. You will need to download the application form before you are able to complete it.

Job Ref No. ECC2840-176S Position Type: Teacher Pay Range: Main Pay Range with Fringe Allowance

Position Start Date: 13/04/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Fixed

Application Close: 23/01/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: Wednesday 28th January 2026

Ongar Primary is a busy, thriving and nurturing Primary School. Learning is fun, stimulating and enriching. All that we do is based on our three rights: Respect, Safety and Learning. We are proud of the positive relationships in our school community and work together to help every child be a confident, resilient, and happy life‑long learner. We need another team member with that little bit of sparkle, that will help our children thrive and flourish. Visits are actively encouraged and warmly welcomed.

Ongar Primary School is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE & ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child's journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school‑led school improvement approach and long‑term sustainable strategy. Bridge Academy Trust is committed to its people strategy and prioritises staff's development to ensure they too can enjoy, enrich, achieve and aspire.

About the role

Our Year 5 teacher is embarking on her next challenge as a new mum, so we need someone just as wonderful to cover her maternity leave. The post is full time initially for one year. Ideally in upper Key Stage 2 but we can be flexible for the right candidate. It’s a great opportunity to join our friendly and supportive team, with a great class of just 26 children and a full time LSA.

We are looking for an inspirational, dynamic, and creative teacher. The role will provide you with the opportunity to share and develop great practice within a vibrant and supportive school. For a more experienced candidate there will be opportunities to develop leadership skills and contribute to our continued school development. This is an exciting opportunity for us to support an aspiring leader. This position could be suitable for both experienced and early career teachers.

Work Schedule

Fixed Term – Maternity Cover

Full Time

How to Apply

To apply for the role, please complete the application form, demonstrating how your skills and experience match the criteria in the Job Description and Person Specification and return directly to Ongar Primary School.

Application guidance notes are also available to assist you with completing your application.

Informal enquiries regarding the role can be made to the school office via email to [e-mail]

Contact

Nicky Kelly
Milton Crescent
Shelley, Ongar
Essex, CM5 0FF
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Legal and Safeguarding

This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.