Upper KS2 Class Teacher – Maternity Cover

Kingfisher Primary Academy, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN2 4PY

21 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  February 2026

• Closing date

  28 November 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  6 November 2025

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: £33,235.00 - £45,803.00 Annually (Actual)

Upper KS2 Class Teacher – Maternity Cover job summary

Upper KS2 Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

Full Time | Fixed Term: 23rd February 2026 - 31st December 2026
Location: Kingfisher Primary Academy, Doncaster
Salary: MP1-MP6 (£33,235 - £45,803)
Interview Date: 4th December 2025

Kingfisher Primary Academy is a thriving two-form entry school with a 52-place nursery, located in the heart of Doncaster. As part of the Astrea Academy Trust, we are proud to serve a wonderfully diverse community of children aged 3-11. We place the success and wellbeing of our pupils at the centre of everything we do. Our innovative curriculum is designed to spark curiosity and encourage active participation, ensuring every child is engaged and excited about learning. We welcome passionate individuals who want to be part of our journey and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our children and families.

Are you passionate about helping children thrive academically and personally in Key Stage 2?

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Upper KS2 Class Teacher to join our team on a maternity cover basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive and forward-thinking school environment where staff are valued and children are at the heart of every decision.

The post requires an experienced Key Stage 2 teacher who can demonstrate a strong track record of effective classroom practice and pupil progress. This role is not suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs), as it requires a confident practitioner with the ability to lead learning independently and contribute to the wider development of the phase.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning to pupils in Upper Key Stage 2.
• Plan and implement engaging lessons that meet the needs of all learners.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress, providing timely feedback and support.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect and high expectations.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and external agencies to support pupil development.

What We’re Looking For:

• A qualified teacher with experience or strong interest in teaching Upper KS2.
• Someone with a passion for education and a commitment to pupil wellbeing and achievement.
• A reflective practitioner who is eager to contribute to school improvement.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A team player who shares our values and vision for inclusive, high-quality education.

Interested in Applying?

If you are passionate about education, looking for a fresh opportunity, or simply want to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you. Take a look at the job description and candidate pack to find out more about the role and how to apply or contact our recruitment team at recruitment@astreaacademytrust.org.

Closing Date:

The closing date for applications is 28th November 2025. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!

Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI:

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and enhanced DBS checks. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in our workforce. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to promoting a culture that ensures there are no barriers to the recruitment, development, and progression of disabled staff across the trust. We provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure disabled job applicants have the best opportunity to demonstrate their abilities.

Flexible Interview Dates:

Please note that interview dates are flexible, and the academy reserves the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to our dynamic and forward-thinking team, apply today and be a part of our mission to create a positive impact!

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

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and staff. Every child should feel safe and should be protected from any form of child abuse. We have robust policies and procedures that support our commitment to Safeguarding, this includes our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. The in-house Safeguarding teams at each Academy work in partnership with families and safeguarding partners to ensure the safety of children is paramount. We are committed to ensuring that all staff access regular, contextual safeguarding training to meet the needs of the local 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 Kingfisher Primary Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 445 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Kingfisher Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/kingfisher-primary-academy

Kingfisher is a fantastic academy that places great importance on the success of its pupils. Children are assessed regularly and effective support ensures children make progress. An innovative curriculum has been designed to ensure that children take part in exciting lessons and that they play an active part in their own learning. A number of extra curricular clubs ensure that children have access to a range of enriching activities.

As an academy we love working with parents and have an increasing army of volunteer helpers who support us during the school day. We value the opinions of children in school and they have their own council. The council has regular meetings and discuss a wide range of issues.

Kingfisher is a two form entry academy (420 places) with a 52 place nursery.

The only true way to find out about this academy is to walk through the door and experience the positive atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you into our academy community!

We hope that you enjoy your visit to our website, and that you find any information you are looking for. Please feel free to contact the academy direct and speak to Mrs Flint with any queries you may have and she will be able to direct you to the most suitable person to deal with your question

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