Teacher - Steam Mills Primary School

Grade
Allowances (Not applicable)
This post is suitable for newly qualified teachers
Hours Part Time (25.55 hours)
Contract Maternity Leave
Closing Date: 15/10/2026
Interview Date: TBA
Start Date 04/01/2027

The Forest Federation of Soudley, Steam Mills and Woodside Primary Schools

Our Federation’s aim is to ensure that the unique identity, visions and values of each school and their communities are maintained. The success of our partnership is underpinned by the similar values, aims and attitudes of the three thriving small schools, which we have used to form our vision for the Federation:

Vision

We nurture a love of life, love of learning and mutual respect. We aim to provide a stimulating and challenging environment where everyone is happy, valued and every voice is heard. We want children to leave our schools equipped with the skills to become valued and responsible members of the community.

Advert for Part Time Maternity Cover EYFS/KS1 teacher fte 0.7863

Our three lovely schools are set in wonderful grounds in the Forest of Dean. Soudley, Steam Mills and Woodside Primary school formed the Forest Federation in April 2024.

Our schools are well known for being friendly, inclusive and determined to provide the best for our children and communities. We have developed substantial collaboration across the schools; we offer high quality professional support, well-resourced classrooms and a happy ethos.

All three schools are unique but share common values and high expectations. We are well supported by an experienced Governing Body. We have a unique and very successful structure for subject leadership, with one lead per subject (on the whole) working across the schools.

This is a part time, maternity cover position in EYFS/KS1 based at Steam Mills Primary School from January 2026. It is advertised on the Main Teacher Pay Scale (or UPS1-3 for the right candidate).

Do you have a passion for teaching and learning and truly enjoy working with children?

We are looking for an inspirational, enthusiastic and highly motivated teacher who is:

· Kind, caring and able to form good relationships with all for the benefit of children

· Passionate about teaching

. Ability to create a child centred, purposeful and engaging learning environment

· Committed to raising attainment and achievement for all pupils

· Organised, proactive and able to work successfully as a team member

· Resilient and determined to provide the best education possible

We can offer:

· Opportunities to develop your skills and make a difference in our school

· A stable and friendly school, committed to developing happy, successful and motivated learners and staff

· A Rights Respecting ethos

· Supportive ethos, staff, parents and governors

· Friendly, polite and enthusiastic pupils who love the opportunity to shine

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. For further information and a GCC application form, please contact Miss Agg (Office Manager) via email admin@steammills.gloucs.sch.uk or telephone 01594 822567. Please email your completed GCC application form to admin@steammills.gloucs.sch.uk by noon on Thursday 15th October 2026.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified and interviews arranged on week beginning Monday 19th October 2026.

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.

To apply, see details to the right of this advert by clicking on 'Website' You may need to scroll down to find the actual advert.