Class Teacher (Intervention & Release Cover)

Deanshanger Primary School, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK19 6HJ

10 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP/01/09/2026

• Closing date

  15 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  5 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £39,556.00 Annually (FTE)

Class Teacher (Intervention & Release Cover) job summary

You will provide high-quality cover to release teachers for targeted intervention work, while also contributing to and, where appropriate, leading intervention programmes that accelerate pupil progress.

We are looking for professionals who can step into any classroom, establish high expectations immediately, and deliver consistently strong teaching that builds on prior learning.

About the role

Teach across a range of year groups, ensuring continuity and high-quality learning

Provide reliable, purposeful cover that enables colleagues to deliver targeted interventions

Deliver and potentially lead small group or targeted intervention programmes

Contribute to improving outcomes for pupils, particularly those who need to catch up

Work closely with leaders to ensure consistency in expectations, routines and teaching approaches

What we are looking for

An experienced teacher with a strong track record of effective classroom practice.

Someone who can adapt quickly and confidently across different classes and year groups.

High expectations for all year groups, including those with SEND and those requiring additional support

Strong behaviour management and the ability to establish calm, purposeful classrooms quickly

A clear understanding of how to support pupils to close gaps and make accelerated progress

A team player who is committed to the school’s improvement journey

Due to the nature of this role and the need for immediate impact across the school, we are seeking an experienced teacher with a proven track record. This post is not suitable for Early Careers Teachers.

About us

We are a school in a strong phase of development, with clear systems, rising expectations and a shared commitment to improving outcomes for all pupils. Significant work has already taken place to strengthen the curriculum, improve teaching and embed consistent expectations across the school.

Inclusion is central to our ethos and we are continuing to develop high-quality provision for all learners, including those with SEND. We are building a team who are commtted, reflective and determined to make a difference.

We can offer

A supportive and ambitious leadership team

A clear, structured approach to teaching and learning

High-quality, ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities

The opportunity to work across the school and develop your practice further

A strong team culture where staff are supported and challenged

Additional Information

This is a fixed-term contract until 31st August 2027, linked to specific funding.

There may be the possibility of extension depending on future needs and funding.

The school is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Deanshanger Primary School

• School type: Academies, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 296 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Deanshanger Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/deanshanger-primary-school-milton-keynes

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