Job Ref No. ECC2330-114S Position Type: Teacher Pay Range: MS
Position Start Date: 04/01/2027 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Fixed
Application Close: 23/10/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: WB 9th November 2026  

Job Description

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Full time Year 1 Class Teacher (Fixed Term Maternity Cover) Commencing: 4th January 2027

Chipping Hill Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic and committed class teacher to join our friendly and supportive team to cover maternity leave from 4th January 2027 until 31st December 2027. We are looking for exceptional practitioners with experience of teaching Year 1 to a high standard.

The successful candidate will be:
An excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for all pupils.
Committed to inclusive practice and high-quality teaching.
Able to collaborate well as part of a team and have a good sense of humour.
Able to demonstrate strong behaviour management and a positive ethos.
Able to recognise and demonstrate the importance of safeguarding in their daily practice.

ECTs are welcome to apply and will be well supported in the role.


In return, we offer:
A welcoming and supportive staff team,
Well-behaved, enthusiastic children who bring the joy to every day in school,
Opportunities for professional development,
High levels of classroom support,
A well-resourced curriculum.

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school to make an appointment.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Information about the school

Contact Information

Mrs. Kim Farren
Chipping Hill Primary School
Owers Road, Witham
Essex, CM8 1FR
Telephone: 01376 512201
Email: K.Farren@chippinghill.essex.sch.uk

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