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Primary Classroom Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Bloxwich Academy · Walsall · Walsall

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Primary Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Primary Class Teacher

Bloxwich Academy Primary

Bloxwich Lane, Bloxwich, Walsall, WS2 7JT

Commencing: January 2027 (Maternity Cover)

Salary: Main Pay Scale - ECTs are welcome

Bloxwich Academy Primary are seeking to recruit a committed and talented class teacher to join our primary team for a maternity cover contract. Do you want to be part of a dedicated and inspirational team, making a difference to pupils' lives?

The candidate needs to be ambitious to inspire and motivate young children to reach their potential regardless of their background. You will become part of a supportive team who provide exceptional learning opportunities for all children. You will set high expectations for children both behaviorally and academically, and offer a wide range of creative, inspirational lessons through all areas of the curriculum. Our children are encouraged to become confident, caring and independent and to use their abilities to the full.

We wish to appoint someone who:

  • is passionate about making learning effective and enjoyable;
  • has a good understanding of the primary curriculum;
  • possesses enthusiasm and commitment to supporting all pupils;
  • is positive and ambitious for the pupils;
  • is willing to learn and be actively involved in training and improvement;
  • is enthusiastic, keen and is aware of the needs of individual pupils;
  • can work effectively as part of a team;
  • will support and build effective relationships with pupils to help them achieve their full potential.

About us:
At Bloxwich Academy, we expect everyone to 'be the best they can be'. It is our strong belief that embedding high standards of behaviour with excellent teaching practices, leads to the best educational outcomes. The successful candidate will have access to excellent professional development opportunities within our Academy and across the wider Matrix Academy Trust.

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.

Please contact sshepherd@bloxwichacademy.co.uk for further information and if you would like to arrange a visit.

To apply please complete our application form on My New Term.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 30th September 2026

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.

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About this school

Bloxwich Academy

Academy sponsor led · All-through · Ages 3–16

Good
Pupils
1,449
Avg teacher salary
£49,501
Pupil:teacher ratio
14:1
Academy trust
MATRIX ACADEMY TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Walsall, Walsall, WS2 7NR

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Salary
£32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual) MPS (UPS where applicable) (Ects welcome)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
8 September 2026
Closing date
30 September 2026

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