Job Description

Class Teacher

Maternity Cover in KS2 - Year 3

2 days, Thursday & Friday

To commence after Easter

Maltese Road Primary School is part of Quantum Multi-Academy Trust and is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated and highly motivated teacher to join the friendly and committed team.

We are looking for an excellent teacher for KS2 - Year 3, to commence April 2026 to cover a maternity leave.

The successful candidate will:

· Be an excellent classroom practitioner

· Have high expectations for all the children

· Have a professional commitment to improvement

· Enjoy working as part of a dedicated team

We can offer you:

· A supportive happy school environment that is focused on all pupils reaching their full potential

· Tailored professional development

· A committed and proactive Governing Body

· Friendly and motivated staff

· The support of our small, friendly Multi Academy Trust

Visits are warmly welcomed. If you are interested, please contact the school office either on 01245 357 860 or by email admin@maltese.essex.sch.uk.

Please make all applications online via the Essex Schools Jobs website. (Please note that we do not accept CVs.)

Maltese Road 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. This appointment is subject to safer recruitment procedures including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and medical clearance.

Due to the number of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted once the advertisement has closed.

Closing date: midday 11th February 2026

Interview date: Friday 6th March 2026

Information about the School

Maltese Road Primary School is situated in Chelmsford. The school is part of the newly formed Quantum Multi-Academy Trust (QMAT).

At our school, we believe in the holistic development of every child. We teach and celebrate values such as kindness, courage, honesty, determination, tolerance, and respect, while also promoting resilience and emotional wellbeing.

Our aim is to help children discover their unique voice and talents, and to equip them with the foundations they need to thrive in life.

QMAT is a dynamic and forward-thinking trust, comprising of one large secondary school and seven thriving primary schools, all rated Good or better by Ofsted. Our schools are united by a shared culture of excellence, where relationships, opportunity, care, and kindness are at the heart of everything we do.

We set high standards and expectations, nurturing the potential in every child and empowering them to forge successful pathways for the future. Our ethos is not just about what we achieve, but how we achieve it—with integrity, compassion, and a relentless commitment to improvement.

To find out more about QMAT or to view trust 'Policies, GDPR & Privacy Notices' or 'Governance' information visit the website: www.qmat.co.uk