Year 2 Classroom Teacher (0.2FTE) Maternity Cover
King's Ford Infant School and Nursery, Colchester, Essex, CO2 9AZ14 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 December 2026
Closing date
2 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
18 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Part time: 1 day per week
Contract type
- Fixed term - 1 year - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- Teachers Main Scale
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you passionate about working with children in schools and changing lives? We are looking for a motivated and hardworking Class Teacher to join our warm, friendly school to cover a period of Maternity Leave.The successful candidate will inspire our children and become part of our enthusiastic, dedicated and creative team. We are looking for a teacher who:
- can challenge pupils and have high expectations of what they can achieve;
- has a passion for developing children's learning, is forward thinking and open to new ideas;
- can inspire a love of life-long learning;
- can motivate and support pupils at all levels, demonstrating a commitment to inclusion and high standards for all;
- can implement and consistently follow the school's behaviour policy and behaviour management strategies, creating a positive, inclusive and respectful learning environment where all pupils feel safe, supported and able to learn
- will be committed, flexible and has the ability and commitment to work effectively as a member of the team;
- has excellent teaching, organisation and communication skills;
- be able to bring vision, energy and enthusiasm to the post;
- is creative and can inspire learning;
- demonstrate a nurturing, engaging personality and has a good sense of humour!
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
- a welcoming atmosphere, enthusiastic and well-mannered children;
- a supportive and motivated staff and leadership team;
- enthusiastic children with a love of learning;
- a commitment to professional development;
- a positive ethos where all can succeed;
- access to working in partnership with like-minded schools in our Consortium.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
King's Ford Infant School and Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About King's Ford Infant School and Nursery
- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 7
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 154 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 7
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- admin@kingsford-inf.essex.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01206 574524
Kings Ford Infant School and Nursery is committed to working with all those involved in children’s development and learning to provide a safe, caring, secure, stimulating and welcoming learning environment.
We value each individual and encourage them to do their best, respect each other and their beliefs, taking pride in everything they do.
Arranging a visit to King's Ford Infant School and Nursery
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@kingsford-inf.essex.sch.uk.
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