MAT Leave Class Teacher

Glen Hills Primary School, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 9NY

17 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  2 February 2027

• Closing date

  22 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  5 November 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (637)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Part time: MAT Leave Class Teacher – 3 days per week (Fixed Term)
• Contract type: Fixed term - Fixed-term from February 2027 until the return of the substantive postholder. The post is expected to be for a minimum of six months. - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a MAT Leave Class Teacher to join our experienced and supportive teaching team on a part-time basis from February 2027. This is a fixed-term position linked to MAT leave and will continue until the return of the substantive postholder. The post is expected to be for a minimum of six months.

Glen Hills Primary School is a large, welcoming primary school with a strong sense of community. We are an ambitious, values-led school with motivated staff and well-behaved, enthusiastic pupils who are proud of their school. Staff work closely together to provide a calm, purposeful environment where everyone is supported to do their best.

We are part of the Symphony Learning Multi Academy Trust, working collaboratively with other schools to share expertise, professional development and opportunities. Our most recent Ofsted inspection (March 2024) judged the school to be Good, with several Outstanding features, and we are proud of the continued progress we are making together as a school community.

The role will initially be based in Key Stage 1. We welcome applications from teachers who enjoy working across the primary phase.

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic teacher who:

• Has safeguarding and pupil wellbeing at the forefront of their classroom practice
• Shares our high expectations and commitment to high standards for all pupils
• Believes that all children have the potential to achieve highly
• Is passionate about teaching and excites, engages and challenges all learners
• Brings energy, enthusiasm and creativity to the classroom
• Embraces teamwork, building positive and professional relationships
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills

What the school offers its staff

• A supportive induction programme and access to high quality ongoing professional development.
• Well-behaved, motivated pupils who enjoy learning and respond positively to clear expectations and routines.
• A friendly, experienced and supportive staff team who work collaboratively, share best practice and value teamwork.
• Established systems and routines that promote excellent behaviour, a calm learning environment and positive attitudes to learning.
• A supportive Senior Leadership Team committed to high standards, staff development and wellbeing.
• Access to Trust-wide professional development opportunities through Symphony Learning Trust, including subject networks, training and collaborative projects.
• A culture that genuinely values staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
• A range of employee benefits, including: Free on-site staff parking, Cycle to Work scheme, Technology and Home Scheme, Employee discounts and benefits platform, Health and wellbeing support
• Access to expert knowledge, support and collaboration across our 20 Trust schools.
• The opportunity to work within a successful school that is rated Good by Ofsted, with outstanding features.

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.

Visits to Glen Hills Primary School are warmly welcomed and encouraged. This is an excellent opportunity to see the school in action, meet members of the team and find out more about the role. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit.

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Glen Hills Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 471 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Glen Hills Primary School website
• Email address: acostello@symphonylearningtrust.co.uk
• Phone number: 0116 278 2535
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/glen-hills-primary-school-leicester

Glen Hills Primary School

Arranging a visit to Glen Hills Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email acostello@symphonylearningtrust.co.uk.

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