Class Teacher - Maternity Cover Contract

Christ Church Church of England Controlled Primary School, Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1ST

15 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  23 June 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  8 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - Maternity Cover Contract that will end when the person on materntiy leave returns. - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: Mainscale (Dependent on experience)

What skills and experience we're looking for

High Standards: Holds a deep commitment to educational excellence and inspires children to always try their absolute best.

Sky-High Aspirations: Sets ambitious goals for our Key Stage 1 pupils, believing that every child can achieve greatness.

A Joy for Celebration: Loves creating a positive, rewarding classroom culture where effort and achievements are proudly spotlighted.

A Passion for Learning: Brings infectious energy and creative teaching methods that make discovery genuinely exciting for young minds.

A Vibrant Team Player: Ready to dive into our supportive, forward-thinking staff community and make a meaningful impact from day one.

What the school offers its staff

Why Join the Christ Church Family?

We believe in nurturing our staff just as much as our children. When you join our team, you will enjoy:

• A Supportive & Joyful Team: Work alongside a warm, dedicated staff family who love laughter, look out for one another, and firmly believe that a happy team makes a happy school.
• Fabulous School Grounds: Enjoy teaching on our expansive, beautiful site with large outdoor grounds that offer endless opportunities for creative, open-air learning.
• Our Famous Weekly 'Bake Off': Indulge in our highly anticipated and very enjoyable weekly baking competition—a favorite Thursday tradition for everyone!
• A Culture of Celebration: We don't just celebrate our pupils; we love shining a spotlight on our staff’s wins and achievements, too.
• A Passion for Creativity: Join a community that truly loves and champions music, drama, and the arts.
• Thriving Sports Programs: Take advantage of our incredible space! Thanks to our brilliant grounds and enthusiastic children, sport is a massive success here.

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

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Person Specification Maternity Cover September 2026.pdf - 130 KB (opens in new tab)

Equality-and-Diversity-Monitoring-Form.pdf - 86 KB (opens in new tab)

Job Description Maternity Cover September 2026.pdf - 114 KB (opens in new tab)

About Christ Church Church of England Controlled Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 418 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Christ Church Church of England Controlled Primary School website
• Email address: admin@christchurch.wilts.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01225 863 444
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/christ-church-church-of-england-controlled-primary-school

Christ Church is a happy, vibrant and forward thinking school, our excellent staff team are committed and dedicated to ensuring that each and every child is nurtured to achieve their personal best. We have high standards and expect the best.

Arranging a visit to Christ Church Church of England Controlled Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@christchurch.wilts.sch.uk.

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