Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

Teacher - Maternity Cover EYFS or KS1 Full time MPS Start date: January 2027 Closing Date: 9th November 2026

Interviews: Date to be confirmed

Oldfield Park Infant School is seeking to appoint a talented, enthusiastic and well-motivated class teacher. The person appointed will possess: excellent knowledge of the EYFS/KS1 curriculum; high quality teaching skills; good communication and teamwork skills and demonstrate a desire to support continuous school improvement and their own professional development. We welcome applications from all teachers who are supportive of the aims and vision of our school and who have a proven ability as a good or outstanding teacher. There will also be an opportunity for subject leadership as well as further CPD opportunities.

At Oldfield Park Infant School:

we value children above all else and believe in partnership working; we respect all children and each other as individuals; we have high ambitions and aspirations for our learning community; we have a dedicated leadership team; we have a learning environment that is vibrant and creative; we believe that building relationships is the key to success; and we believe in providing a happy, safe and positive environment in which creativity, personal development and a love of learning will flourish.

We seek a class teacher who:

will share in our vision and ethos of high ambitions and nurture; has a passion for education and is willing to challenge themselves to be an excellent practitioner; has high expectations and works to ensure that all children can succeed in their learning; enjoys taking an active role as part of the whole school and community; has the potential and capability to develop their career; and has a great sense of humour!

We can offer:

enthusiastic, well behaved and talented pupils who are eager to learn; strong support and opportunities for Professional Development; and a supportive, talented and highly motivated team of staff to work alongside Visits: Visits to our school are warmly welcomed, our children and staff would be delighted to meet you before the formal interview process. Please contact the School Office to arrange a visit.

Safeguarding Statement

The trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.