Class Teacher - Maternity Leave - Dunalley Primary School
Cheltenham
Grade Main Scale
Allowances (Not applicable)
This post is suitable for newly qualified teachers
Hours Full Time
Contract Fixed Term Contract (Until 31/12/2027)
Closing Date: 29/09/2026
Interview Date: 02/10/2026
Start Date 01/01/2027
A MATERNITY COVER post has arisen for an outstanding teacher to join our fantastic team at Dunalley. Could you be the person we are looking for to cover maternity leave.
Our governing body, children and staff are seeking to appoint an exceptional, highly motivated class teacher who is dynamic and conscientious.
The successful candidate will be able to equip our children with the knowledge, skills and attitudes that will enable them to thrive in our ever-changing world.
Nestled in the heart of Cheltenham, Dunalley Primary School is a forward-thinking, community-focused school with a passion for our beautiful outdoor spaces and wider environmental issues. Our goal is for all learners to leave us as resilient, self-motivated individuals, ready to flourish at the next stage of their education.
We welcome candidates who share this vision and are committed to offering pupils an exceptional education. We encourage applications from candidates who:
Are excellent classroom practitioners who will nurture the children, encouraging perseverance and resilience
Hold high expectations of all pupils whilst recognising individual needs and celebrating diversity
Demonstrate a track record of achieving outstanding progress and outcomes across the curriculum
Central to our values is our motto, ‘Learning and Achieving Together’, which encompasses all members of our school community, including teachers.
At Dunalley, we can offer:
Thoughtful and passionate learners
An enthusiastic, energetic and supportive team in which staff wellbeing is valued and celebrated
Frequent and high-quality CPD
Opportunities to share innovative ideas and develop as a teaching professional
This maternity cover post would start in January 2027. It is suitable for ECTs looking for their first appointment.
Applications must be submitted by noon on Tuesday 29th September
Interview date – Friday 2nd October
Safeguarding
Our school has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We regularly review our policies on Child Protection and on Security, our child protection and safeguarding policy is available here. Applicants for all posts should include a declaration of any criminal conviction in their application, please review our policy on employment of ex-offenders here.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a self-declaration about any criminal records and share any information that may make them unsuitable for employment.
Successful candidates will undertake a full criminal record check via the DBS process.
About our School
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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