Class Teacher (Maternity Leave)

Dorney School, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 0DY

27 days remaining to apply

Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
31 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
4 March 2026

Job details

Job role: Teacher
Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage: Key stage 2
Working pattern: Full time (Can be done as a job share): We are looking for a full time teacher, however part time job share will be considered for the right candiate
Contract type: Fixed term - 12 months from September 2026 - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale: M1 to M6 Teacher main scale plus London Fringe

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for an inspirational class teacher who is committed to ensuring that pupils leave our school with the best possible outcomes. Our teachers have a passion for delivering high quality learning experiences for all pupils and you will be supported by a positive, committed. generous and professional team of educators.

What the school offers its staff

Our unique and happy school offers you:

• A warm welcome; happy children and supportive staff

• Children who are keen to learn and are highly aspirational

• Engaged and active parents • Outstanding opportunities for professional development and career progression.

• A rare opportunity to join a team of highly committed, supportive, talented and innovative staff

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.