Classroom Teacher KS1 (Maternity Cover)

Dorridge Primary School, Solihull, West Midlands, B93 8EU

22 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  December 2025

• Closing date

  3 October 2025 at 10am

• Date listed

  11 September 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) Maternity Cover - Fixed Term Contract until 31/8/26, Full Time, Term Time. MPR/UPR.

Classroom Teacher KS1 (Maternity Cover) job summary

Dorridge Primary School is a ‘happy and high performing school’. Situated just minutes off Junction 4 of the M42 and only 3 miles from the town of Solihull. Our recent Ofsted report in September 2024 spoke about pupils who ‘behave impeccably at all points of the day’ in a school where the staff ‘provide a wealth of opportunities for pupils to develop skills and widen their experiences outside of the classroom.’ As an innovative school with a steely determination for the academic achievement of its pupils, and as part of a Multi Academy Trust there is the opportunity for exceptional training and the sharing of knowledge and ideas.

We are looking for a positive and skilled classroom teacher to deliver the highest level of teaching & learning for our aspirational pupils. We want a teacher who has the skills and desire to develop and nurture every child in their care. They will deliver consistently good teaching and learning, in order to help all pupils to achieve excellent academic results. In return, they will work alongside staff who will coach, nurture and lead by example to ensure the best for their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented teacher to join an ambitious school:

• to work with pupils who are committed to their learning and passionate about their own further professional development
• to work to raise the outcomes for all pupils by inspiring and motivating pupils and staff alike
• All staff work hard, supported by a committed leadership team, to provide a safe and encouraging environment for learning.

The ideal candidate will be:

• an individual with the commitment to driving standards and ensuring every child is challenged to achieve their maximum potential
• a teacher with experience of raising attainment of all pupils
• someone who is committed to developing their own teaching practice in a supportive team environment
• a professional who is able to work in partnership with parents and other stakeholders
• an excellent communicator who enjoys working as part of a team

In return we can offer you:

• A positive and innovative learning culture supported by pupils, staff, parents and governors
• Enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning and engage positively in all aspects of school life
• A collaborative and supportive attitude amongst staff which promotes a sense of teamwork and unity
• A Senior Leadership team who is committed to promoting the best environment and outcomes for staff and pupils
• Opportunities for CPD and progression as part of a Multi Academy Trust
• Teacher Pension
• Cycle to Work scheme.

Please see the ‘Class Teacher - Candidate Information Pack’ that is available, and this includes the Job Description and Person Specification.

For more information about Arden Multi Academy Trust, please visit:

https://www.ardenmat.org.uk/

For more information about Dorridge Primary School, please visit:

https://www.dorridge.solihull.sch.uk/

Dorridge Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexuality or religion. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Disclosure and, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, will be subject to a social media online search.

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 Dorridge Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 672 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Dorridge Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/dorridge-primary-school-solihull

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