Job Description

Class Teacher - Kettering

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire | Full-Time | September 2026 Start | Maternity Cover

Are you a passionate and dedicated primary teacher looking for your next opportunity in a supportive and welcoming school environment?

Do you want to work in a setting where pupil development, staff wellbeing, and high-quality teaching are genuinely at the heart of everything they do?

We are working in partnership with a friendly and inclusive primary school in Kettering that is seeking an enthusiastic Class Teacher to join their team from September 2026 on a maternity cover basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed educator who is passionate about inspiring young learners and supporting every child to achieve their full potential.

This role offers the chance to join a supportive school community on a fixed-term basis, with the possibility of further opportunities for the right candidate.

Role Highlights:

Plan and deliver engaging and creative lessons in line with the National Curriculum

Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment where all pupils can thrive

Support both academic progress and pupils' social and emotional development

Differentiate learning to meet the needs of pupils across a range of abilities

Monitor, assess, and track pupil progress, providing clear and effective feedback

Promote positive behaviour, independence, confidence, and resilience

Work collaboratively with colleagues, teaching assistants, and parents to support pupil outcomes

Contribute to the wider life of the school, including enrichment activities, trips, and events

About You:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification

Experience teaching within a UK primary school setting (KS1 or KS2 desirable)

Strong understanding of the Primary National Curriculum

A nurturing, enthusiastic, and adaptable approach to teaching and learning

Excellent communication, organisation, and classroom management skills

A strong commitment to raising pupil attainment and supporting whole-child development

ECTs are warmly encouraged to apply and will receive full support and mentoring

What's On Offer:

Full-time Class Teacher maternity cover position starting September 2026

Fixed-term opportunity within a supportive primary school in Kettering

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications (MPS/UPS)

Supportive leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and development

Access to high-quality CPD and clear career progression opportunities

A positive, welcoming, and collaborative primary school environment

Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant throughout your placement

Professional Development:

You will have access to a wide range of CPD opportunities designed to support your ongoing growth as an educator, including training in curriculum development, behaviour management, safeguarding, assessment, and evidence-based teaching practice.

If you are ready to inspire, motivate, and make a real difference in the classroom, we would love to hear from you