Class Teacher KS2- maternity cover- 2 Terms

St John's Church of England Primary Academy, Wednesbury, West Midlands, WS10 9AR

37 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  3 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  27 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,616.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (FTE) M1-M6

Class Teacher KS2- maternity cover- 2 Terms job summary

St John’s CE Primary Academy is a one-form entry Church of England school at the heart of the Wednesbury community, known for its nurturing, family-centred ethos and strong pastoral care. The school provides a calm, purposeful environment where pupils are supported to achieve well and develop as confident learners.

We are seeking a committed and reflective Key Stage 2 teacher to join our team on a maternity cover basis for 2 terms. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging, high-quality lessons that meet the needs of all learners, ensuring strong progress and positive outcomes.

You will be part of a supportive and collaborative staff team, working together to plan, deliver and evaluate an ambitious curriculum. A strong commitment to inclusive practice is essential, with the ability to adapt teaching to meet a range of needs, including pupils with SEND and those requiring additional support.

The role requires high expectations for behaviour and learning, alongside a warm and nurturing approach that reflects the school’s Christian values of resilience, hope, community and excellence. You will build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues, contributing to the wider life of the school.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about making a difference and keen to contribute to a caring and values-driven school community.

St John's CE Primary Academy is committed to colleague wellbeing and sustainable working practices. We offer guaranteed PPA time, work within STPCD directed time limits, and promote a culture of professional respect and support. We welcome applications from teachers at all stages of their career who are child-centred, reflective and aligned with our values, regardless of faith background.

The Trust is committed to being a Flexible Employer and welcomes open discussion around flexible working options.

We encourage you to visit the academy, if you wish to please contact the academy - admin@stjohnsacademy.co.uk or 0121 556 0269

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

St. John’s CE Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding the welfare of its pupils.
Appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and receipt of reference that are satisfactory to the school.

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 St John's Church of England Primary Academy

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 197 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St John's Church of England Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-john-s-church-of-england-primary-academy

St. John’s is a friendly one form entry primary academy. We are proud to be a diverse family community, upholding our Christians values of Resilience, Excellence, Agape, Community and Hope we strive that all members of St. John’s ‘Believe to Achieve’.

Our academy is ‘Good’ in all areas (Ofsted, February 23). Ofsted said, "The school is a calm and orderly place in which to learn" and pupils "achieve well and are proud of their successes." As well as this, they observed that, "There is a strong sense of pastoral care across the school," and "Pupils' welfare is taken seriously by all staff."

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