KS2 Teacher; Maternity Cover

Maternity cover teaching post at Thurcroft Junior Academy, one of the nine junior academies run by Aston Community Education Trust. The work is fixed term, running from 1 January 2027 to summer 2027. The post suits newly qualified teachers as well as experienced ones, with induction and coaching or mentoring built in. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the post involves regular contact with children, so DBS checks apply.

• Teach Key Stage 2 pupils to high standards
• Provide high quality education in a stimulating learning environment
• Work towards the best possible outcomes for pupils

• Newly qualified or experienced teacher

• Belief that all children can achieve high standards
• Enthusiastic, conscientious and committed approach

• DBS check at the appropriate level
• Self-declaration of criminal record and suitability to work with children
• Childcare Disqualification Regulations checks for junior academies
• Additional safer recruitment checks for time lived or worked outside the UK

• Professional development programme
• Highly effective induction
• Coaching and mentoring