Early Years Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Whittington Moor Nursery and Infant Academy, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 8NF

7 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  4 January 2027

• Closing date

  20 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  6 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £10,220.70 - £15,850.50 Annually (Actual) Teacher's Main Pay Range - Upper Pay Range (pro-rata)

Early Years Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) job summary

Whittington Moor Nursery and Infant Academy are a small infant school just off Whittington Moor roundabout. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive school for all. We regard all staff and pupils as part of our family and whilst we have really high expectations of everyone, we maintain a caring and supportive ethos. We strongly believe in work life balance and we work with our staff to actively promote and improve wellbeing.

Further information about the school including access to the full Ofsted Report can be found on our website : Home | Whittington Moor

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed teacher to take responsibility for a class of children within the Nursery to Key Stage 1 age range. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality teaching and learning that enables all pupils to make strong progress and achieve their full potential. They will play an active role in developing an engaging and inclusive learning environment, promoting independence and confidence, and contributing positively to the wider life of the school.

Key Responsibilities and Requirements

• Plan and deliver high-quality teaching that secures strong pupil progress and attainment
• Assess, monitor and evaluate pupil achievement to inform teaching and learning.
• Adapt provision to meet the needs of all learners and promote positive outcomes.
• Foster independence, resilience, confidence and a love of learning.
• Create and maintain a stimulating, engaging and supportive learning environment
• Enrich pupils' educational experiences through a broad and inspiring curriculum.
• Effectively manage classroom resources and support staff to maximise pupil achievement.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers and external professionals to support pupil progress.
• Lead, develop and evaluate a designated curriculum area, including assessment and curriculum provision.
• Engage in professional development and contribute to the wider life, ethos and continuous improvement of the school.

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 Whittington Moor Nursery and Infant Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 2 to 7
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 68 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 7
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Whittington Moor Nursery and Infant Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/whittington-moor-nursery-and-infant-academy

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