Classroom Teacher - Maternity Cover

The Merton Primary School, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE7 2PT

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  26 January 2026

• Closing date

  14 November 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  31 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS

Classroom Teacher - Maternity Cover job summary

Classroom Teacher - Maternity Cover  

The Merton Primary School

Fixed Term until 22nd January 2027 (Maternity Cover)

Full Time

MPS/UPS

Start Date: 23rd January 2026

Application Close Date: 14th November 2025

Provisional Interview Date: W/C 17th November 2025

Are you an inspirational teacher with the ability to create a nurturing learning environment? Are you looking to further your experience in Key Stage 1? Would you like to be part of a strong supportive team committed to learning that ‘Makes a Difference’ to pupils and the world they live in? If so, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you! 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join Bradgate Education Partnership working at The Merton Primary School as a Classroom Teacher on a fixed term basis to cover a period of maternity leave.

We are looking for someone who has the passion and enthusiasm for teaching and learning with the commitment to go the extra mile for all children and ‘Make a Difference’. The successful candidate will be a team player with a flexible mindset and a strong commitment to supporting the achievement of all pupils, including those who are disadvantaged. We are looking for someone to join our enthusiastic, talented, and dedicated team and contribute to our shared vision of making a meaningful difference.

The role of Classroom Teacher is a rewarding one with the opportunity for professional autonomy within the role to create the classroom environment that enables development.

This is an excellent time to join Bradgate Education Partnership, working at The Merton Primary School, as we continue to work collaboratively to deliver a high quality education and meaningful experiences to our children and young people. Everyone has a significant part to play and you can find out more about working for the Trust by taking a look at our Candidate Information Pack. 

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold QTS status

• Possess the ability to teach high quality lessons and consistently provide learning opportunities that progresses pupils’ learning and achievements

• Be an excellent communicator and able to build positive working relationships with pupils, parents/carers and stakeholders

• Be a team player – whilst it is important as a Classroom Teacher to work independently, there are regular points of the working day and week where working alongside support staff and other teaching colleagues is vital, therefore working as part of a team that is supportive and effective is paramount to the role

In return we offer:

• Opportunities to work across the partnership, developing your skills and expertise

• The opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and share knowledge and resources

• Access to our professional networks and professional development programmes

• Access to our Bradgate Benefits package (see Candidate Information Pack).

Applications

Prior to applying for the post, we welcome candidates in making contact with us to either discuss the position or arrange a visit to the school.

To apply for this position:

1. Visit our careers website

2. Apply using the online application form

3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position

We look forward to receiving your application!

ACCESSIBILITY…

If you do need any help with applying for this post, or need support with completing the application form, please make contact using the above contact details.

SAFEGUARDING…

Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees and wider workforce are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

INCLUSION…

At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging.

We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

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 The Merton Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 416 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Merton Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-merton-primary-school-leicester

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