MAT Leave Class Teacher – 3 days per week (Fixed Term)
Contract: Fixed-term from February 2027 until the return of the substantive postholder. The post is expected to be for a minimum of six months.
Salary: Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS)
We are looking for a MAT Leave Class Teacher to join our experienced and supportive teaching team on a part-time basis from February 2027. This is a fixed-term position linked to MAT leave and will continue until the return of the substantive postholder. The post is expected to be for a minimum of six months.
Glen Hills Primary School is a large, welcoming primary school with a strong sense of community. We are an ambitious, values-led school with motivated staff and well-behaved, enthusiastic pupils who are proud of their school. Staff work closely together to provide a calm, purposeful environment where everyone is supported to do their best.
We are part of the Symphony Learning Multi Academy Trust, working collaboratively with other schools to share expertise, professional development and opportunities. Our most recent Ofsted inspection (March 2024) judged the school to be Good, with several Outstanding features, and we are proud of the continued progress we are making together as a school community.
The role will initially be based in Key Stage 1. We welcome applications from teachers who enjoy working across the primary phase.
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic teacher who:
- Has safeguarding and pupil wellbeing at the forefront of their classroom practice
- Shares our high expectations and commitment to high standards for all pupils
- Believes that all children have the potential to achieve highly
- Is passionate about teaching and excites, engages and challenges all learners
- Brings energy, enthusiasm and creativity to the classroom
- Embraces teamwork, building positive and professional relationships
- Has excellent communication and organisational skills
- Supports children’s pastoral needs, promoting positive behaviour and resilience in line with our Routes to Resilience approach
We can offer:
- A supportive induction programme and access to high quality ongoing professional development.
- Well-behaved, motivated pupils who enjoy learning and respond positively to clear expectations and routines.
- A friendly, experienced and supportive staff team who work collaboratively, share best practice and value teamwork.
- Established systems and routines that promote excellent behaviour, a calm learning environment and positive attitudes to learning.
- A supportive Senior Leadership Team committed to high standards, staff development and wellbeing.
- Access to Trust-wide professional development opportunities through Symphony Learning Trust, including subject networks, training and collaborative projects.
- A culture that genuinely values staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
- A range of employee benefits, including: Free on-site staff parking, Cycle to Work scheme, Technology and Home Scheme, Employee discounts and benefits platform, Health and wellbeing support
- Access to expert knowledge, support and collaboration across our 20 Trust schools.
- The opportunity to work within a successful school that is rated Good by Ofsted, with outstanding features.
Visits to Glen Hills Primary School are warmly welcomed and encouraged. This is an excellent opportunity to see the school in action, meet members of the team and find out more about the role. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit.
To apply, please complete the application form and submit a supporting letter addressed to the Headteacher, outlining how your experience, skills and values make you well suited to the role. Applicants are encouraged to refer to the job description when preparing their application.
The closing date for the position is 23 November 2026 11:59PM
Interviews will take place on w/c 07 December 2026
Glen Hills Primary School is strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. References will be sought for all short-listed candidates and the successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and other employment checks. References will be requested immediately for short listed candidates. Applicants will be checked against the prohibited list and asked to complete a childcare disqualification form.