Year 6 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Shorefields; Stansted Mountfitchet; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Stansted is seeking an enthusiastic Year 6 Class Teacher for fixed-term maternity cover starting in the Summer Term 2026. The ideal candidate should be an excellent classroom practitioner with a strong understanding of the Year 6 curriculum, able to inspire students and prepare them for the transition to secondary school. The position offers ongoing professional development within a supportive and well-resourced school environment.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Supportive work ethos

Welcoming school environment

Qualifications

• Ambitious, enthusiastic, energetic teacher who enjoys having fun.
• Excellent, experienced classroom practitioner with high expectations.
• Strong understanding of the Year 6 curriculum and SATs preparation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality lessons and support pupil wellbeing.
• Prepare pupils for secondary school and SATs transition.
• Collaborate with colleagues in lesson planning.

Skills

Ambitious and enthusiastic

Creative and inspiring

Excellent classroom practitioner

Understanding of Year 6 curriculum

Ability to support pupil wellbeing

Collaborative planning and delivery

Job description

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Job Ref No. ECC5229-156S Position Type: Teacher Pay Range: M1 - M6 Depending on Experience

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

Application Close: 02/02/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: WB 9th February

St Mary's CE (Foundation) Primary School, Hampton Road Stansted CM24 8FE

Required: Summer Term 26

Year 6 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Fixed-Term - Summer Term Start (with the possibility of extension into 2026/27)
Full Time

Salary range: teachers\' main pay scale

St Mary\'s School is a one-and-a-half form entry Primary School, rated \'Good\' by OFSTED in January 2022. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 6 Class Teacher to join our team for a fixed-term maternity cover beginning in the Summer Term. There is the possibility that the post may be extended into the 2026/27 academic year.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• is ambitious, enthusiastic, energetic and enjoys having fun
• is creative and inspiring in their teaching
• Is an excellent, experienced classroom practitioner with high expectations for all learners in relation to pupil achievement and behaviour
• Has a strong understanding of the Year 6 curriculum, including preparation for and transition from SATs
• Can support pupils\' wellbeing, confidence and readiness for secondary school
• is keen to work collaboratively in planning and delivering high-quality lessons
• has a strong understanding of good practice, assessment and personalised learning in Year 6

We can offer:

• a forward-thinking school dedicated to the success and wellbeing of all children and staff
• ongoing professional development opportunities
• a supportive ethos that values work/life balance
• a well-resourced and welcoming school environment

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Please contact the school office on 01279 812212 or email [e-mail] to arrange an appointment.

St Mary\'s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment procedures are followed; this appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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.

Matthew Curzon
Hampton Road
Foresthall Park, Stansted Mountfitchet
Essex, CM24 8FE Telephone: [phone]Email: [e-mail]

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