KS2 Class Teacher

Part of the Unity Schools Partnership

Tel: 01440 333400

Email: hrhelpdesk@unitysp.co.uk

Website: https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/313218NFK

• Salary - MPR 1-6 (£32,916 - £45,352)
• Temporary - maternity cover
• Full Time
• Required for 1 September 2026

Join Our Team – Class Teacher Opportunity Valley Primary Academy is a vibrant and caring school where every child is encouraged to thrive.

We are looking for a passionate and creative Class Teacher to join us and help inspire our pupils to achieve their very best.

The successful candidate will:

• Bring energy, enthusiasm, and creativity to the classroom
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families
• Be committed to providing high-quality teaching and learning

In return, we offer:

• A friendly and supportive working environment
• Children who are curious, respectful, and eager to learn
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Come and be part of a school where your contribution truly makes a difference.

*Please note for internal applicants, this vacancy closes on 12.06.2026 at 09:00. To apply please click here.

How to apply

A job description and Candidate Information Pack are available from ‘Attachments’.

For this vacancy, if you click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button, you will be redirected to careers website to apply.

Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.

In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.

Closing date: 19 June 2026, 9am

Interview date:  26 June 2026

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.

This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.