Classroom Teacher - Maternity Cover

Ascatonline; Hatching Green; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary education institution located in Hatching Green, England, is seeking a passionate Classroom Teacher for a maternity cover starting as soon as possible. This full-time position involves inspiring Year 1 students and delivering a creative curriculum within a supportive Catholic school community. The successful candidate should have QTS, embody high expectations, and work collaboratively with parents and staff. Salary ranges from £34,398 to £46,839, depending on experience. Visits to the school are encouraged, with interviews scheduled for January 14th, 2026.

Benefits

Access to high-quality professional development

Dedicated PPA and Subject Leadership time

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching primary education, particularly Year 1.
• Ability to deliver an engaging and creative curriculum.
• Commitment to contribute positively to the school community.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons that inspire children to learn.
• Promote and support the Catholic ethos of the school.
• Work effectively in partnership with parents and the school community.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Commitment to Catholic ethos

High expectations for student progress

Collaborative work with parents and colleagues

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

* Classroom Teacher - Maternity CoverNEWFast Apply# Classroom Teacher - Maternity CoverEmployerLocation: Harpenden, HertfordshireContract Type: TemporaryHours: Full TimeContract Length: 12 MonthsSalary: Main Pay Scale - £34,398 - £46,839Posted: 15th December 2025Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 7th January 2026 09:00 AMContract Type: TemporaryStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1526134Suitable for: ECT (NQT) GraduatesStart Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Temporary* Contract Length: 12 Months* Suitable for: ECT (NQT) Graduates* Job ID: 1526134* Share :Maternity Cover – Class Teacher (Year 1) Required from February 2026 (possibly sooner)Our Governing Body is seeking to recruit a committed and enthusiastic Year 1 Class Teacher to join our dedicated and friendly staff team. We are looking for someone who is passionate about teaching and learning, rooted in the values of Catholic education, and who will inspire children to develop a lifelong love of learning.This post is suitable for ECTs and experienced teachers.This is a fixed-term, full-time maternity cover position.Salary:Main Pay Scale M1–M6 (£34,398 – £46,839 per annum), depending on experience.We are looking for someone who:Is passionate about teaching and learning and committed to delivering an engaging, creative curriculum Supports and promotes the Catholic ethos of the school. Applicants from all faith backgrounds are welcome to apply.* Has high expectations and inspires children to make strong progress* Works effectively in partnership with parents, colleagues, and governors* Is committed to contributing positively to the wider life of the schoolWe can offer:* A warm, welcoming, and supportive Catholic school community* A highly motivated, hardworking, and creative team of colleagues* Enthusiastic, well-motivated pupils who enjoy learning As noted during a recent visit by a District School Effectiveness Adviser: *“Pupils at this school demonstrate exemplary attitudes to learning and are clearly inspired by the high quality of teaching and learning provided at St Dominic Catholic Primary School.”** A strong and collaborative leadership team* Access to high-quality professional development and potential opportunities for future career progression within the Trust* Dedicated PPA and Subject Leadership time* A clear commitment to supporting staff at all stages of their career.*"Staff are extremely positive about the way leaders and governors, look after their wellbeing and workload." (Ofsted 'Outstanding' 2023)*Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment.Interviews will be held on Wednesday 14th January.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:All Saints Catholic Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, at least two satisfactory references must be provided, and any other safeguarding checks that are required at the time of appointment will be applied to the pre-employment process.All offers of employment are conditional and subject to safeguarding checks being met successfully. The Trust reserves the right to withdraw an offer of employment should it deem pre-employment checks as unsatisfactory.Following the shortlisting stage, and prior to making a final decision, the Trust/School will collect and process information publicly available about you by conducting a brief online search using an internet search engine. We do this to ensure that the school acts in accordance with its obligations set out in the latest version of "Keeping Children Safe in Education" (KCSiE)By submitting the application form I understand that I am giving my consent for the Trust/School to carry out an online search if I am shortlisted for this post. The search would be part of the Trust/School's due diligence in line with the latest KCSiE guidance and would be limited to identifying any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online. I understand that the Trust/School might want to explore any such incidents or issues with me at interview.### St Dominic Roman Catholic Primary SchoolPart of### All Saints Catholic Academy Trust