Upper KS2 0.8FTE Main Scale Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Cottenham Primary School, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB24 8TA

10 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  23 February 2026

• Closing date

  5 December 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  25 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term - Until return of the Teacher on maternity leave - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Full-time equivalent salary: Main Scale

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a motivated, dedicated and forward-thinking teacher to join our large Upper KS2 teaching team. This is an excellent opportunity to be involved in a reflective, inclusive and research driven school community who work closely together to ensure that all our children are phenomenally well prepared for the next stage of their educational journey and beyond.

Ask yourself:

v Do you believe in the power of a knowledge-rich curriculum?

v Are you committed to your own professional development?

v Do you want to join an incredibly committed group of supportive professionals?

If the answer to these questions is ‘yes’ then please contact us via the School Office to discuss the role further.

We are looking to appoint an Upper KS2 0.8FTE Main Scale Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)who aligns with our culture; is passionate about equity of opportunity and has only the highest expectations for all members of our school community.

The post is from23rd February 2026 and is a temporary position (maternity cover).

The deadline for applications is Friday 5th December, with the interviews planned for Wednesday 10th December.

At Cottenham Primary School we are committed to providing the best possible education, so that all children thrive and achieve. We believe that our children, families, staff and governors are of equal value and we respect and appreciate the diversity they bring to our school community. We welcome our duties under the Equality Act 2010 to eliminate discrimination, advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please return completed applications to office@cottenham.cambs.sch.uk

What the school offers its staff

Wellbeing support, professional development and a supportive working 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.

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.

Upload additional documents

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

CPS 56 0.8 FTE Teacher Mat Cover- Job Description.pdf - 202 KB (opens in new tab)

CPS 56 Teacher 0.8 FTE - Person Specification.pdf - 143 KB (opens in new tab)

Application Form - CPS 56 0.8 FTE Teacher.docx - 138 KB (opens in new tab)

About Cottenham Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 480 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Cottenham Primary School website
• Email address: office@cottenham.cambs.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01954 250227
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/cottenham-primary-school

Arranging a visit to Cottenham Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@cottenham.cambs.sch.uk.

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