Maternity Cover Class Teacher

Russell Lower School, Ampthill, Bedfordshire, MK45 2TD

5 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  13th April 2026

• Closing date

  5 February 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  9 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: Salary dependent upon experience
• Additional allowances:

  Salary dependent upon experience

Maternity Cover Class Teacher job summary

2 Maternity leave teachers required from 13th April 2026 (Reception and Key Stage Two)

MPS/UPS - Maternity Cover (in the first instance)

We are seeking to appoint highly talented, passionate, motivated, caring, creative and enthusiastic members of staff to join our friendly, professional and supportive teaching team. In return, we can offer you a school with a supportive leadership team, great colleagues and a genuine focus on well-being.

Only ‘can do’ people who care passionately about children and their progress need apply! Visits to our school are warmly encouraged.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

For further details please see our website: https://www.russell-lower.co.uk/website Please contact Sarah Bremner, Office Manager on:

Tel: 01525 755664 or email: office@russell-lower.co.uk

Russell Lower School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and medical clearance.

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

Russell Lower School and Central Bedfordshire Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will carry out enhanced DBS checks on all staff and volunteers. We also require 2 satisfactory references and the completion of a Disclosure of Criminal Record and Disqualification Declaration, along with other pre-employment checks outlined in 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. Central Bedfordshire Council Schools are equal opportunities employers and welcome applications from all members of the community.

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 Russell Lower School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 5 to 9
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 443 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 9
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Russell Lower School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/russell-lower-school

Russell Lower School is a vibrant and thriving three-form entry lower school, nestled in the heart of the bustling market town of Ampthill, Bedfordshire. As the local school of choice, we are proud to be consistently oversubscribed—a testament to our strong reputation and commitment to excellence. We are passionate about the education
and well-being of every child, fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils can flourish.

Our school is deeply rooted in the community and we work closely with families and local partners to ensure the best outcomes for all. This is a fantastic school that holds high standards, has amazing pupils, prioritises both pupil and staff well-being and is ready to embark on its next exciting phase of development.

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