Class Teacher KS2 (Maternity Cover)

Appleton Primary School, Hull, HU5 4PG

12 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  19 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  7 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (783)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (Actual)

Class Teacher KS2 (Maternity Cover) job summary

A Warm Welcome…

It is a real privilege to welcome you to Appleton Primary School and thank you for your interest in joining our school community.

At Appleton, we are proud to be a warm, inclusive and ambitious school where every child is known, valued and encouraged to achieve their very best. Our vision, Together we ASPIRE to Learn for Life, reflects our commitment to ensuring that our children not only achieve academically, but develop the confidence, character and skills they need to thrive now and in the future.

We are looking for a dedicated and passionate teacher who shares our commitment to high expectations, inclusion and nurturing the potential of every child.

Our ASPIRE values sit at the heart of school life, and through The Appleton Way, we encourage everyone in our school community to be Ready, Respectful and Responsible. Together, these provide the foundations for a positive culture where children feel safe, happy and excited to learn, and where staff work collaboratively to achieve the very best outcomes for our pupils.

Strong relationships with our families and wider community are incredibly important to us, and I look forward to welcoming a new colleague who will help us continue to build an Appleton we can all be proud of.

Are you an enthusiastic and ambitious Upper KS2 teacher looking for your next opportunity?

We are seeking an experienced and inspiring teacher to join Appleton Primary School from January 2027 on a temporary maternity cover contract.

The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations, strong curriculum knowledge and successful experience in Year 5 and/or Year 6. They will be passionate about raising achievement, committed to teamwork and keen to contribute to the wider life and continued improvement of the school.

Opportunities to lead curriculum areas and undertake short-term TLR3 projects may be available.

In return, we offer a welcoming and supportive environment, fantastic pupils, dedicated colleagues and excellent professional development opportunities.

Welcome to The Constellation Trust

The Constellation Trust is a growing family of schools serving communities across Hull and the surrounding area. Our Trust currently comprises seven primary schools, two secondary schools and an alternative provision, each with its own unique strengths and identity, united by a shared vision, shared ambition and shared culture.

At the heart of our Trust is a simple belief: we shine brighter together. Through collaboration, innovation and a relentless focus on educational excellence, we work collectively to create the very best opportunities for the children, young people and communities we serve.

We are ambitious for every child, every school and every colleague. Our aim is to ensure that all of our schools deliver exceptional outcomes, provide outstanding educational experiences and create environments where every individual feels valued, included and empowered to succeed. We are committed to becoming regional leaders in all aspects of education, national leaders in inclusion and an employer of choice for talented professionals who want to make a meaningful difference.

Our Ambition

The Constellation Trust Ambition sets out the principles that connect our schools whilst recognising the unique contexts and communities they serve. We believe schools thrive when they retain their individuality while benefiting from the collective expertise, support and opportunities that come from being part of a strong Trust.

Together, we are committed to

• Delivering exceptional educational outcomes and life chances for all children
• Maintaining the highest educational standards across every school
• Leading the way in inclusive practice, ensuring every child can flourish regardless of background or circumstance
• Nurturing character, belonging and personal development
• Providing strong systems, infrastructure and professional expertise that allow schools to focus on education
• Fostering a culture of collaboration, celebration and continuous improvement.

Why Join The Constellation Trust?

Join a forward-thinking Trust that is pushing the boundaries of inclusion, staff development and educational excellence.

At The Constellation Trust, we believe that great schools are built by great people. That's why we invest heavily in our staff, creating an environment where colleagues are supported to thrive professionally and personally. Whether you are beginning your career, looking to take the next step, or seeking to make an impact as an experienced leader, you will find opportunities to grow, collaborate and succeed.

When you join The Constellation Trust, you'll benefit from:

• High-quality professional development and clear career progression pathways
• Opportunities to work collaboratively across a growing family of schools
• A culture that celebrates success and values every contribution
• A strong commitment to wellbeing and intelligent workload practices
• Access to expert support, specialist networks and evidence-informed practice
• Opportunities to influence and shape the future of a growing Trust.

We are ambitious for our staff because we know that investing in people delivers the greatest impact for children. Our culture combines high expectations with strong support, clear systems and a commitment to creating the conditions in which colleagues can flourish. Development, collaboration and celebration are at the heart of everything we do, ensuring every member of staff has the opportunity to learn, lead and succeed.

Join us and help us shine brighter together. ✨

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 Appleton Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 209 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Appleton Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/appleton-primary-school-hull

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