Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

River Mill Primary School, Dartford, DA1 5XR

16 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  5 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  20 May 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• 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: £34,398.00 - £46,839.00 Annually (FTE)

Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) job summary

About the role:

• Full-time (1.0 FTE)
• Maternity Cover
• Fringe Outer London - MPS

The successful applicant will be:

• A qualified and talented primary practitioner who has a passion for learning
• Able to deliver engaging and effective lessons, supporting all pupils to reach their full potential
• Able to work closely with colleagues, parents and carers as part of a supportive team
• Able to rise to the exciting challenge of being part of the continuing development of our school
• Committed to the Trust’s Vision of Achieving Excellence for Every Child, Every Day and the School’s Values
• Be committed to ensuring that children’s well-being is at the centre of everything that we do.

If this sounds like you, then we very much welcome your visit to the school and your application. Please contact the School Office on 01322 466975 to arrange a visit.

About the Trust

Mosaic Schools Learning Trust is an inclusive and values‑driven Trust, committed to delivering the very best educational experience for every child, every day. Each of our schools is unique, bringing its own strengths and expertise to benefit the wider learning community, and we actively promote individuality within a culture of intentional collaboration.

Our work is underpinned by a strong moral purpose and our shared values of being respectful, resilient, and resourceful. We are passionate about diversity and recognise that everyone brings something unique to their role, regardless of any protected characteristics. We are committed to equality, fairness, and non‑discrimination across all recruitment and employment practices.

Safeguarding and Employment Checks

Mosaic Schools Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, along with other relevant pre‑employment checks, including an online search. References will be requested prior to interview for shortlisted candidates where possible and permitted.

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised should sufficient applications be received; early applications are therefore encouraged.

What we can offer you

We recognise the importance of professional recognition, job satisfaction, and work-life balance, and we offer:

• Genuine investment in professional development and future career progression
• Opportunities to contribute to Trust‑wide initiatives within a forward‑thinking organisation
• Peer‑to‑peer networking, collaboration, and challenge in a supportive environment
• Supportive and engaged Governors, Trustees, and a professional Central Team
• Engaged parents and proactive PTAs
• A comprehensive staff reward and wellbeing package

We are a passionate and committed team, united by a shared vision and determination to do what’s right for children. If you share our values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Together, we can shape a future where every child thrives.

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 River Mill Primary School

• School type: Free Schools, None, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 358 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: River Mill Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/river-mill-primary-school

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