Primary Classroom Teacher YR6 (Maternity Cover)
Lydney Church of England Community School, Lydney, GL15 5JH20 days remaining to apply
Job start date
4 January 2027
Closing date
5 October 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
15 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full time equivalent salary
- MPS
Primary Classroom Teacher YR6 (Maternity Cover) job summary
Classroom Teacher Vacancy
Job Details:
Post title: Classroom Teacher Yr6 (Maternity Cover)
Grade: MPS
Hours: Full Time
Contract: fixed term until 31/07/2027 (possibility of being extended)
Reporting to: Head Teacher
Location: Lydney C of E
Start date: 04/01/2027
Closing date: Monday 5th October
Interview date: Wednesday 14th October
The Severn Federation Academy Trust is seeking a passionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic Classroom Teacher for a maternity post to join our family of inclusive, nurturing, and values driven schools. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a Trust committed to helping every child and adult flourish.
About the Severn Federation Academy Trust:
The Severn Federation Academy Trust is a collaborative family of schools rooted in inclusive, inspiring, and nurturing Christian communities. Our shared vision is to ensure that all children and adults are loved, supported, and empowered to achieve their very best.
Our core values — Respect, Responsibility, and Friendship — underpin everything we do. These values shape our relationships, guide our expectations, and help us create environments where every child can “let their light shine”.
Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver high quality teaching and learning in line with the National Curriculum.
• Create a stimulating and engaging classroom environment that fosters curiosity and a love of learning.
• Promote an inclusive classroom culture where every child feels valued and respected.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and the wider Trust community to support pupils’ holistic development.
• Model and uphold the Christian ethos and values of the Severn Federation Academy Trust.
What We Offer:
• A welcoming, supportive Trust community with a strong sense of shared purpose.
• Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across multiple schools within the Trust.
• Motivated, enthusiastic pupils who enjoy challenge and discovery.
• An engaging, inspiring curriculum and creative approaches to teaching.
• Access to high quality professional development and Trust wide support.
• A strong commitment to excellent teaching and learning.
• Modern resources and technology to enhance classroom practice.
• A safe, caring, and joyful environment where children thrive.
• An employee wellbeing scheme that prioritises staff happiness and balance.
About You:
You will be someone who:
• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Brings creativity, flexibility, and innovation to the classroom.
• Builds positive, trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
• Has high expectations for learning, progress, and behaviour.
• Is committed to raising achievement for all children.
• Embraces and models the Christian vision and values of the Trust.
• Communicates clearly and works collaboratively as part of a team.
• Lives out our values of Respect, Responsibility, and Friendship.
School Visits:
Visits to our schools are warmly encouraged. Visit dates: TBC
To arrange a visit or discuss the role, please contact Lydney C of E School Office.
Interviews:
Interview date: Wednesday 14th October
Join the Severn Federation Academy Trust
Become part of a Trust where children shine brightly — and where staff do too. We look forward to welcoming someone who shares our passion for nurturing confident, compassionate, and curious learners.
Further information about the job
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Lydney Church of England Community School
- Organisation type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 199 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
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