Primary Teacher Maternity Cover

Overview

• Salary:
  Paid to scale
• Location:
  
  PL1, Plymouth
• Job Type: Full-time, Maternity Cover
• Start Date:
  
  23rd February 2026

Reed Plymouth, in partnership with a local trust, is seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and motivated Class Teacher for a maternity cover role. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a teacher committed to ensuring every child achieves their potential. The specific year group will be determined based on the interests and experience of the successful candidate.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning to pupils, inspiring them to achieve their full potential.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Establish and enforce rules for behaviour and procedures for maintaining an environment conducive to learning.
• Evaluate students' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
• Communicate with parents or guardians, teachers, counsellors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioural and academic problems.

Required Skills &

Qualifications:

• Proven track record of impactful teaching that has directly influenced positive outcomes for pupils.
• Excellent organisational skills and subject knowledge.
• Strong communication skills, capable of effectively engaging with students, parents, and staff.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team setting.
• Relevant teaching qualification and eligibility to work in the UK.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary plus TPS/LGPS pension.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and various other benefits.
• Engaging work environment where you can make a real difference.
• Regular opportunities for professional development and training within the local trust.

Next Steps:

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV and cover letter to Reed Plymouth. We are looking forward to discovering dedicated professionals eager to make an impact in education.