Job Description

Key Stage 1 Teacher (Maternity Cover - 0.6 FTE)

Wednesday-Friday

September 2026 start

At Little Waltham C.E.V.A Primary School, we believe that every child should "live life in all its fullness."This vision underpins everything we do-combining high academic ambition with a rich, engaging curriculum and a deep commitment to pupils' personal development.

We are seeking to appoint a talented and committed Key Stage 1 teacher to join our team for a maternity cover position (three days per week: Wednesday to Friday) from September 2026.

Little Waltham is a warm, inclusive and ambitious school where pupils are truly known and valued. Our staff work closely together to ensure that every child develops confidence, curiosity and a strong sense of belonging.

Our Christian values-compassion, courage, perseverance and forgiveness-are lived out daily through relationships, teaching and the wider life of the school. We are proud to offer a curriculum that balances strong foundations in reading, writing and mathematics with a wide range of enrichment opportunities that inspire and motivate pupils.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to:

• Teach within a supportive and collaborative Key Stage 1 team
• Deliver a well-sequenced, engaging curriculum
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Support pupils at a vital stage in their early learning journey
• The role is part-time (0.6 FTE), working Wednesday to Friday.

What We Offer

We are committed to ensuring our staff feel supported, valued and able to do their best work. We offer:

• A welcoming and supportive staff team with a strong sense of collaboration
• High-quality professional development, including coaching and shared practice
• A well-structured curriculum with clear planning and resources
• A positive behaviour culture built on strong relationships
• A leadership team that prioritises staff wellbeing and manageable workload
• Enthusiastic, engaged pupils who enjoy learning

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Is an effective and reflective classroom practitioner with high expectations
• Has a strong understanding of early learning, particularly in reading, writing and mathematics
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
• Is committed to inclusion and ensuring all pupils succeed
• Shares our values and our belief in providing a rich and ambitious education for every child

Visits to the School

We warmly welcome visits from prospective candidates so you can experience our school community first-hand.

To arrange a visit or request further information, please contact the school office.

· Application deadline:Friday 1stMay

· Shortlisting:Friday 1stMay

· Interviews:Friday 8thMay

Safeguarding

Little Waltham C.E.V.A Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

Information about the School

Little Waltham Church of England VA Primary School is situated in the pretty village of Little Waltham catering for pupils from 5 - 11. We pride ourselves in creating a caring environment based on Christian values which allows children to reach their full academic, social, moral and physical potential. By providing a holistic approach to learning and development we support each child's individual needs.