Class Teacher - Key Stage 1 (Year 1/2)

Mevagissey Community Primary School, St Austell, Cornwall, PL26 6TD

10 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  7th December 2026

• Closing date

  29 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  19 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £34,069.00 - £46,940.00 Annually (FTE) Teachers Main Payscales

Class Teacher - Key Stage 1 (Year 1/2) job summary

Cornwall Education Learning Trust (CELT) is seeking an enthusiastic, creative and dedicated Key Stage 1 Class Teacher to join our wonderful team at Mevagissey Primary School, teaching a mixed Year 1 and Year 2 class. This is a maternity cover position until 31 August 2027.

Situated on the outskirts of the picturesque fishing village of Mevagissey, with stunning views across the Cornish coastline, our school is a special place to teach and learn. We are proud of our close-knit community, where children, staff, parents and local partners work together to ensure that every child feels valued, supported and encouraged to thrive.

Our school values of Magic, Empathy, Voice and Aspiration (MEVA) are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that learning should inspire curiosity, spark imagination and build confidence. Our learners benefit from a broad, balanced and engaging curriculum that makes the most of our beautiful surroundings and strong community connections. From beach school to local traditions and community projects, we provide meaningful learning experiences that extend well beyond the classroom.

We are looking for a teacher who shares our passion for creating memorable learning experiences and who understands the importance of building strong foundations during Key Stage 1. You will plan and deliver ambitious, engaging and well-sequenced lessons, adapting your teaching to meet the different needs and stages of development within a mixed Year 1 and Year 2 class.

You will create a warm, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment where children feel safe to take risks, ask questions, develop independence and celebrate their achievements. Through high expectations, encouragement and positive relationships, you will help learners develop the curiosity, creativity, resilience and self-confidence that will support them throughout their education.

Relationships and collaboration are central to life at Mevagissey. You will work closely with colleagues, support staff, parents and carers to ensure that every child receives the support and challenge they need to succeed. We value teachers who are reflective, willing to share ideas and enthusiastic about contributing to the wider life of our school.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and the wellbeing of every child. You will recognise and celebrate the individuality of our learners, ensuring that all children have a voice, feel a sense of belonging and are supported to achieve their potential.

As part of Cornwall Education Learning Trust, Mevagissey Primary School benefits from a wider community of schools committed to collaboration, professional learning and providing an exceptional educational experience for every child.

Whether you are an experienced teacher or at an earlier stage of your career, if you are passionate about Key Stage 1 education, enjoy working as part of a supportive school community and want to inspire young learners in a truly special coastal setting, we would love to hear from you.

For more information, please contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@celtrust.org.

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 Mevagissey Community Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 160 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Mevagissey Community Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/mevagissey-community-primary-school-st-austell

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