Classroom Teacher (P/T Maternity Cover)

Classroom Teacher 

Swallowdale Primary School

Fixed Term until 31st May 2026 (Maternity Cover)

Part Time – 60%

MPS/UPS

Start Date: 26th August 2025

Application Close Date: 9am, Friday 2nd May 2025

Provisional Interview Date: Friday 9th May 2025

Are you someone who is committed to the highest quality teaching and learning?

Are you experienced in the primary curriculum?

Would you like to work in an inclusive school?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for someone to join Swallowdale Primary School on a part time fixed term basis until 31st May 2026 to cover a period of maternity leave. The successful candidate will be required to work Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday as part of a job share.

We are seeking someone who can work collaboratively as part of a team, someone who is kind and caring with a creative imagination. The Classroom Teacher will be responsible for providing excellent teaching and creating an environment in which the children love to learn. We are looking for someone who will fully commit to our ethos of Fly High Together.

You will be responsible for creating a learning experience that enables and challenges our pupils to be the best that they can be. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who recognises that all learners are able to lead their own learning and has the drive to provide opportunities for this. We welcome applications from Early Career Teachers (ECT’s) as well as more experienced candidates.

This is an excellent time to join Bradgate Education Partnership, working at Swallowdale Primary School, as we continue to work collaboratively to deliver a high quality education and meaningful experiences to our children and young people. Everyone has a significant part to play and you can find out more about working for the Trust by taking a look at our Candidate Information Pack. 

The ideal candidate will:

• Have excellent communication skills verbally and written.

• Have a strong knowledge of the primary curriculum and be able to plan effective and sequential lessons from this.

• Have a strong understanding of SEND and apply a range of strategies to support varying needs in the classroom.

• Foster a nurturing and inclusive classroom where children learn, discover and thrive together.

In return we offer:

• Opportunities to work across the partnership, developing your skills and expertise

• The opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and share knowledge and resources

• Access to our professional networks and professional development programmes

• Access to our Bradgate Benefits package (see Candidate Information Pack).

Applications

Prior to applying for the post, we welcome candidates in making contact with us to either discuss the position or arrange a visit to the school:

To apply for this position:

1. Visit our careers website and search for the vacancy

2. Apply using the online application form

3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying

ACCESSIBILITY…

If you do need any help with applying for this post, or need support with completing the application form, please make contact using the above contact details.

SAFEGUARDING…

Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees and wider workforce are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

INCLUSION…

At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging.

We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.