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Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

Tubbenden Primary School, Orpington, Kent, BR6 9SD

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• Job start date

  1 June 2026

• Closing date

  13 February 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  4 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday - Friday on site
• Contract type: Fixed term - For the duration of the MAT Leave (anticipated until Summer Term 2027) - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: Outer London Main Pay Scale (M1-M6)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a teacher who:

● Has current experience of working successfully in a primary school setting

● Is able to motivate and inspire pupils and colleagues alike

● Aspires to high standards and maintains high expectations of pupils,themselves and their colleagues

● Is committed to getting the very best out of every child

● Is able to work effectively as part of a team

● Can think with a growth mindset

● Demonstrates strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills

What the school offers its staff

Our school offersengaging, uniquely brilliant children, a friendly and supportive working community, and a newSEND purpose-built environment.

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

Inicio Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of appointment for post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check as well as references.

The trust is committed to promoting and building a diverse and inclusive climate by extending diversity and inclusive awareness throughout our community. We aim to build and sustain a diverse and inclusive community where all individuals are appreciated and respected.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

IET Class Teacher JD_PS Primary Schools.pdf - 105 KB (opens in new tab)

IET - Class Teacher Advert TPS MAT Cover 2026-2027.pdf - 174 KB (opens in new tab)

About Tubbenden Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 667 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Tubbenden Primary School website
• Email address: HRPrimaries@iniciotrust.org
• Phone number: 01689851653
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/tubbenden-primary-school-orpington

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Arranging a visit to Tubbenden Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email HRPrimaries@iniciotrust.org.

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