Class Teacher ( Maternity Cover)

Shacklewell Primary School, London, E8 2EA

30 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  23 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  24 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: Mon - Fri
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 Year - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: M1 - M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are in search of an exceptional classroom practitioner who is passionate about children’s learning and possesses a rich knowledge and understanding of how learners learn. The successful candidate will be forward-thinking and up to date with 21st-century education, creative and resourceful in their pedagogical approach, skilled in integrating new technologies into daily learning, and committed to maintaining the highest expectations for pupil achievement and personal growth.

What the school offers its staff

What does your school offer?

We can offer:

• experienced mentors and coaching;
• high quality professional development;
• support with mental health and wellbeing;
• inclusive school communities;
• vibrant learning environments.

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 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.

Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) Advertisement.pdf - 1.7 MB (opens in new tab)

About Shacklewell Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 461 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Shacklewell Primary School website
• Email address: llangley@newwavefederation.co.uk
• Phone number: 02088024051
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/shacklewell-primary-school

An 'Outstanding' two form entry primary school based in Dalston, Hackney.

Arranging a visit to Shacklewell Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email llangley@newwavefederation.co.uk.

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