EYFS Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

Job Description

EYFS Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

Salary: Teachers Main Scale 1-6

(£34,398 - £46,839)

FTE: 100%

Start Date: February 2027

Fixed Term to 31st August 2027

Are you a passionate and ambitious teacher looking for an exciting opportunity in Early Years?

Arthur Bugler Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic EYFS Teacher (Maternity Cover) to join our friendly, supportive and diverse team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping young children's first experiences of school and helping them develop a lifelong love of learning.

As part of the Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust, we are proud of our inclusive culture, broad curriculum and commitment to achieving the very best outcomes for every child. We are continuously developing innovative and creative learning opportunities, making this an exciting time to join our school community.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about Early Years education and committed to achieving excellent outcomes for all pupils.
• Creates engaging, inclusive and inspiring learning experiences.
• Builds positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Has high expectations of learning, behaviour and achievement.
• Works collaboratively and contributes positively to school life.
• Demonstrates strong organisational and communication skills.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic teacher who can inspire our youngest learners to achieve their potential, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Arthur Bugler Primary School is a vibrant and diverse school where children are enthusiastic and motivated to achieve endless possibilities. The children are at the heart of every decision we make to ensure that they are happy and confident and that the opportunities that are provided for them are relevant to their needs both now, and in the future.

The school is proud to be:

• Friendly, caring and supportive, with a strong student council
• A place where pupils feel safe, happy, valued and respected
• An inclusive school, where everyone works hard to ensure all pupils receive stimulating learning experiences, with high expectations for all children
• A school that celebrates every child's individuality and success

Arthur Bugler Primary School is a member of the Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust. The Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is a Multi-Academy Trust, withtwelve member schoolswithin Essex. All schools in the Trust work in equal partnership and are members of the schools' Co-operative Society. Our Co-operative Values focus on enabling all students to achieve their potential both academically and as young people.

What the school can offer:

• 2-week October half term
• Recognition of continuous service
• Automatic enrolment into the Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Career progression throughout the Trust, with the ability to progress in other schools
• The support of an experienced family of schools
• National Conditions of Service
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme
• Excellent behaviour management policy to support all staff
• Wider support network for all staff including managing workloads and work-life balance

If you feel the school would suit you, and you have the passion, drive and commitment to work with us to make all aspects of our school outstanding, please apply now or you can request a visit of the school or for more information speak to Liz Anderson hr@osborne.coop or 01375 648965. As a trust, we welcome applications from colleagues from all backgrounds.

Arthur Bugler Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on our formal application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. The Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

Closing date: 5th October 2026 at midday

Interview date: 15th October 2026

Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate before the closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Information about the School

At Arthur Bugler, we endeavour to implement the ethos of our whole school community, where every individual feels important and included. We celebrate diversity which is embraced in a happy and secure environment. This is not just for pupils, we believe everyone should be taken care of. Our children, staff, governors, parents and volunteer helpers are valued and cared for making a positive and safe learning environment.