Class Teacher (Maternity cover)

Novaeducationtrust; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational trust in the East Midlands is seeking a qualified teacher to provide high-quality teaching and inspire pupils. This full-time, fixed-term maternity cover position offers opportunities for professional growth and collaboration across the trust. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic practitioner, passionate about improving life chances for all learners while embodying the ethos of hard work and kindness. Salary is based on the Main Pay Scale with potential for additional responsibilities.

Benefits

Support from a forward-thinking leadership team

Access to high-quality CPD

Commitment to staff well-being and professional growth

Qualifications

• A qualified teacher with a passion for inspiring and motivating pupils.
• Ability to deliver a creative, challenging, and balanced curriculum.
• Reflective practitioner committed to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching as part of a supportive leadership team.
• Engage pupils in learning and improve their life chances.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the Trust for professional growth.

Skills

Qualified teacher

Passion for inspiring pupils

Creative curriculum delivery

Research-informed practice

Team player

Job description

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Salary: Main Pay Scale 1-6 (with potential for TLR for suitably experienced candidates)

Contract: Full-time, fixed-term maternity cover

Contract: Period: 23rd February 2026 - 27th March 2027*

Closing Date: Monday 5th January 2026 at 12.00pm

Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 19th January 2026

As part of Nova Education Trust, we pride ourselves on our ethos of “Work Hard - Be Kind”, coupling high academic expectations with a strong commitment to pupils’ personal development. We are looking for a forward-thinking, dynamic practitioner who is excited by the challenge ahead and committed to improving life chances for all learners.

What We Offer

• A welcoming, inclusive school with well-behaved, motivated pupils who love learning
• Support from a forward-thinking leadership team and access to high-quality CPD
• Opportunities to collaborate across the Nova Education Trust
• A strong commitment to staff well-being and professional growth

What We’re Looking For

• A qualified teacher with a passion for inspiring and motivating pupils
• Someone who can deliver a creative, challenging, and balanced curriculum
• A reflective practitioner committed to research-informed practice and continuous improvement
• A team player who embodies our ethos of excellence and kindness

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted via the Nova Education Trust Careers page. Please complete the application form and equal opportunities monitoring form online.

*As this is a maternity cover position, the contract may end earlier than stated if the postholder returns sooner.