Key Stage 2 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Newquay Junior Academy is seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic 0.5 KS2 Teacher to provide maternity cover within our academy. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious team who are committed to ensuring that all pupils achieve well and thrive. We are looking for a teacher who has high expectations, strong classroom practice and a genuine commitment to building positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.

The successful candidate will be joining a vibrant Key Stage 2 academy where teamwork, consistency and care for pupils are central to our work. They will be well supported by year group colleagues and academy leaders, and will contribute to a positive learning environment where pupils are encouraged to be ready, respectful and safe. This fixed-term role would suit a reflective and motivated practitioner who is keen to make a meaningful contribution to academy life.

The postholder will be required to work alternate Wednesdays, and Thursday and Friday each week. This is likely to be in Year 4 pending confirmation of the staff structure for 2026/2027.

If you would like more information about the role, please contact Tanya Findlay MBE, Headteacher, at tfindlay@nja.celtrust.org

Cornwall Education Learning Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment checks and references including an enhanced DBS check.