Class Teacher

Shorefields; West Bergholt, Colchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious independent school in England is seeking an enthusiastic Class Teacher to join the Lower School on a maternity cover contract. The ideal candidate will have experience in effective teaching at KS2 level and the ability to inspire pupils in a nurturing environment. This full-time role starts on 01/09/2026 and includes a commitment to safeguarding the welfare of children. The school expects staff to maintain high standards while being actively involved in school life.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated effective teaching experience at KS2 level.
• Ability to work in a nurturing and supportive environment.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for teaching, learning, and achievement of pupils in the form group.
• Inspire pupils to achieve their best within a supportive environment.
• Participate in the life of the School.

Skills

Enthusiasm for teaching

Effective teaching at KS2 level

Ability to inspire pupils

Education

Qualified teacher status

Job description

Overview

Job Ref No. ECC0-26S  Position Type: Teacher  Pay Range: Main professional scale/Upper pay scale

Position Start Date: 01/09/2026  Contract Type: Full-time  Contract Term: Fixed

Application Close: 04/03/2026 4pm  Date of Interviews: W/C 16 & 23 March

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen at St Mary's Independent School for an enthusiastic, passionate Class Teacher to join the Lower School on a maternity cover contract. St Mary's is a happy, high achieving independent day school for girls aged 4-16 years with a Kindergarten for children age 2-4 years, a member of the Girls' Schools Association, Independent Association of Preparatory Schools and the Independent Schools Association.

The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic and suitably qualified teacher who can demonstrate effective teaching at KS2 level. You will be responsible for the teaching, learning and achievement of pupils within the form group, whilst working to fulfil the overall aims of the School by inspiring pupils to be the best they can be within a nurturing and supporting environment.

Please note, this position is based at our Lower School: 247 London Road, Colchester, CO3 8LT

St Mary's is proud of its excellent customer service and expects all staff to maintain its high standards as well as participating in the life of the School.

Please see the candidate information pack for more information on the job role and person specification.

To apply, please go to our applicant tracking system, MyNewTerm: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/115394/EDV-2026-SMSG-91841

St Mary's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All candidates must be willing to undergo enhanced child protection screening.

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.

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Mrs Molly Terry
91 Lexden Road, Colchester
Essex, CO3 3RB Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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