EYFS Teacher; Maternity Cover

Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) - Waverley Primary Academy

Start Date:

September 2026

Contract:

Full Time, Fixed Term (Maternity Cover until 31 August 2027)
Open to ECTs

All in - no learning lost

We’re looking for an inspiring, enthusiastic Class Teacher to join our team on a fixed‑term basis to cover maternity leave. You’ll plan and deliver engaging, purposeful lessons that spark curiosity and challenge all learners. In your classroom, every child will feel safe, valued, and motivated to achieve their full potential. At Waverley, we invest in our teachers as much as our pupils.

You’ll benefit from dedicated weekly coaching and live feedback to help you grow and refine your practice.

• Inspires curiosity and a love of learning in every child.
• Believes in every pupil’s potential, no matter their background or ability.
• Brings energy, creativity, and commitment to the classroom every day.
• Wants to grow professionally and contribute to a forward‑thinking school community.

• Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Tailor learning experiences to meet individual needs.
• Monitor and assess progress, supporting every child’s journey.
• Promote positive behaviour and uphold our school values.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create a consistent and inspiring curriculum.
• Support pupils with SEND through adaptive teaching strategies.
• Enrich learning through trips, visitors, and creative curriculum activities.
• Contribute to whole‑school improvement and innovation.

• Is a qualified, enthusiastic, and reflective practitioner (ECTs welcome).
• Has high expectations and a passion for helping children thrive.
• Understands the importance of inclusion and safeguarding.
• Communicates effectively and works well in a team.
• Is ready to learn, grow, and make a lasting impact.

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in our workforce. Astrea Academy Trust is a Disability Confident employer, committed to ensuring there are no barriers to recruitment, development, and progression of disabled staff.

Reasonable adjustments are provided during the recruitment process.

All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and enhanced DBS checks. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in our workforce. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to promoting a culture that ensures there are no barriers to the recruitment, development, and progression of disabled staff across the trust. We provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure disabled job applicants have the best opportunity to demonstrate their abilities.