Primary Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham, London, SE12 8PD

387 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  18 November 2027 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  27 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (608)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday to Friday. 6.30hrs a day, 32.5 hours a week.
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 year - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Full time equivalent salary: £41,729 - £54,131
• Pay scale: M1 - M6

What skills and experience we're looking for

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• You have experience of working in at least one Key Stage
• You have experience of planning and delivering engaging and challenging lessons
• You have experience of working successfully with pupils with Special Educational Needs
• You are a reflective practitioner who sets high expectations of yourself and others
• You have experience of working successfully with teaching assistants and/or other support staff
• You are a responsible person
• You have a sound knowledge of the National Curriculum or Development Matters documentation
• You have an understanding of curriculum and pedagogical issues relating to learning and teaching
• You are knowledgeable of effective strategies to include, and meet the needs of all pupils, in particular underachieving groups of pupils, pupils with EAL and SEN
• You have sound ICT knowledge and skills relating to class teaching, able to demonstrate effective use of ICT to enhance teaching and learning
• You are able to use assessments of pupils’ learning to inform future planning
• You have an ability to plan and work collaboratively with colleagues
• You have experience of using positive behaviour management strategies to reinforce good learning behaviours
• You love working with children
• Your personal values mirror those of the Trinity Ethos Statement
• You have a belief in restorative justice
• You demonstrate a passion for closing the gap for children from disadvantaged backgrounds
• You have an excellent inter-personal skills
• You are constantly striving to be the best practitioner they can be
• You are able to work as part of a supportive team
• You have a (good) sense of humour

• You are an approachable person

• You are able to manage own workload effectively

• You are self-aware and know when to seek support and advice

DESIRABLE SKILLS

• Evidence of securing good or outstanding progress for whole cohorts, individuals, or groups
• Evidence of successfully leading a subject which involved whole school responsibilities
• Familiarity with KS1 and 2 Standardised Attainment Tests or the EYFS profile
• Skills in the creative areas
• Any area of interest or expertise which can make a positive impact on children’s learning
• Ability to motivate colleagues by example
• Can demonstrate commitment to the wider life of the school

What the school offers its staff

To guarantee that every member of our staff feels inspired to perform to the best of their abilities, our committed, dynamic team offers a network of support to all our teachers. A rich CPD program will enrich your practice. You will be a part of a team of professionals who are dedicated to supporting the school's aim of fostering a positive learning environment to help each child flourish.

Trinity prides itself on high performance. Pupils and staff flourish here.

The Trinity School family is creative, honest, and willing. We invite you to join fellow innovators, passionate pedagogues, and imaginative class leaders. Our committed SLT is available to offer support and direction. You can count on joining a terrific team of committed teachers and support staff in a kind, encouraging work environment.

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.

This role is based at the Primary Site of Trinity.

Address is: Trinity CoE School, Leahurst Road, Hither Green, SE13 5HZ.

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 job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Primary Class Teacher MAT COVER Job Application Pack Oct 2026.pdf - 1.26 MB (opens in new tab)

About Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 16
• Education phase: All through school
• Size: 1048 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham website
• Email address: u.ezirim@trinity.lewisham.sch.uk
• Phone number: 02083254551
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/trinity-church-of-england-school-lewisham

Trinity all through school is a thriving community, where our staff and pupils are enthusiastic, conscientious, talented and caring. We take appointing new staff very seriously and seek other professionals who are committed to young people and supporting Trinity to continue to move forward. We are very proud of our school and are seeking likeminded people to join us with our vision and ethos of making all pupils succeed in a happy and caring environment. The successful candidate will help support our inclusive vision in providing the very best education for all children and help us to achieve the next level of success.

This academic year (2025/6) we volunteered for an early Ofsted inspection, and our full report can be found online. We are clearly ‘Strong’ in all areas. At Trinity pupils make rapid progress from their starting points. Pupils of all ages demonstrate detailed understanding across the subjects they study. Leaders are highly ambitious for children. Leaders systematically evaluate strengths and priorities for further improvement. Robust systems, and a keen analytical approach ensure that the school makes strategic decisions that put pupils’ interests first. Trinity has established a highly positive culture that is conducive to learning. Pupils are settled and calm in the school. At Trinity pupils want to attend school and take their education seriously.

Arranging a visit to Trinity Church of England School, Lewisham

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email u.ezirim@trinity.lewisham.sch.uk.

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