Class Teacher

Teacher vacancy - MAT Cover for up to 1 year Blackbrook Community Primary School, part of The Oak Partnership, seeks to appoint a teacher on a Maternity Cover basis to start in the 2027 Spring term. Overview of the role We are seeking an excellent, enthusiastic teacher to join our teaching staff for a Maternity cover placement ideally experienced in EYFS. You’ll be an experienced Primary teacher delivering the foundation phase curriculum whilst planning, preparing and teaching lessons; an understanding of classroom management, curriculum knowledge and delivery of feedback is key.

Key requirements

Qualified Teacher Status Passion and commitment for inspiring through teaching and learning

Solid knowledge of the foundation phase in line with the relevant curriculum

The ability to build on and develop existing best practice knowledge

Excellent communication and classroom management skills Fixed Term position, FTE 0.8 Maternity Cover Contract for up to 1 year (with the possibility of increasing to FTE 1.0) Teacher Main Pay Scale Application details below Applications close: 18th October 2026 Interviews: W/C 19th October 2026 Please note: All positions at The Oak Partnership Trust and within our schools require appropriate references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance due to direct access to children.

Note to all applicants - The Oak Partnership Trust reserve the right to close an advertisement to applications ahead of the advertised closure date. For this reason, shortlisting and interviews may take place prior to the closing date on some occasions. With this in mind, please do not hesitate to apply early.