Class Teacher

Samuel Allsopp Primary and Nursery School, Burton-upon-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2LU

16 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027 or as Early as can be arranged

• Closing date

  25 June 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  9 June 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
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - 12 months - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: M1-M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

TEMPORARY KEY STAGE 1 TEACHER – MATERNITY LEAVE COVER (M1- M6)

We are looking for a hardworking and dedicated classroom practitioner to join our experienced KS1 team from September 2026.

The ideal candidate will:

• Project ‘warmth’ and be able to nurture positive relationships with all children in their care
• Be hardworking and committed to making a difference -putting the education of some of the most vulnerable children first
• Have a passion to support our children harness the necessary foundational knowledge and some vital first steps
• Use initiative whilst demonstrating a willingness to learn, grow and develop professionally

In recent years, the school has been substantial progress under a new name and new set of values. This is all leading to a rapid turnaround in outcomes and practice around the school and we are proud of just how far we have come. As we approach the next phase of this journey, we can offer you:

• A rapidly improving school that is ‘on the rise’
• A comprehensive programme of support and CPD opportunities
• Exceptionally well-behaved children who appreciate all that we do
• A supportive and involved parent community who are keen for their children to be safe, happy and do well

We welcome applications from teachers of all experiences including Early Career Teachers and more experienced professionals looking for a new start and a place to call ‘home’

Visits to the school are warmly welcome. Due to time constraints, the school can offer visits on Monday 15th June @ 3:45 pm, Friday 19th June @ 3:45 pm, Monday 22nd June @ 3:45 pm, Friday 26th June @ 3:45 pm

Closing Date: Thursday 25th June @ 9 am (Applications straight to the school)

Shortlisting: Thursday 25th June in the afternoon

Possible Interview Date: Monday 29th June

What the school offers its staff

• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing, with access to a comprehensive wellbeing package through Education Mutual, including:
• 24/7 GP service
• Counselling and emotional wellbeing support
• Stress management services
• Physiotherapy and occupational health support
• Financial wellbeing coaching
• Menopause support services
• A supportive and inclusive working environment where staff welfare is prioritised, including access to risk assessments and tailored support where needed to support individual circumstances
• Opportunities for professional development and CPD, including access to training and development through external providers and school-led initiatives (including leadership development and school improvement priorities)
• A collaborative culture, where staff work closely across phases and sites, with opportunities to share good practice and contribute to whole-school improvement
• Access to education-focused wellbeing and support services through school membership packages, including counselling, occupational health and CPD opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements considered where possible, supporting staff to achieve a positive work-life balance
• A values-driven school with a clear focus on staff voice, inclusion and professional respect, ensuring all staff feel supported and valued
• We are committed to creating a positive, supportive and professionally rewarding workplace where staff can thrive, develop and make a meaningful difference to the lives of our children and families.

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/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.

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.

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About Samuel Allsopp Primary and Nursery School

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, Does not apply, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 329 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Samuel Allsopp Primary and Nursery School website
• Email address: v.swain@samuelallsopp.staffs.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01283 247428
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/victoria-community-school

Two site Primary school with a nursery for pupils aged 3-11 years old.

Arranging a visit to Samuel Allsopp Primary and Nursery School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email v.swain@samuelallsopp.staffs.sch.uk.

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