Teacher - Maternity Leave Cover

Job Introduction

Job Title: Teacher - Maternity Leave Cover 
Salary: Main Scale £32,916 - £45,652 per annum. 
Hours: Full time
Location:  Red Hill CE Primary School 
Permanent 

Required From: 01 September 2026
ECTs Considered: Yes

Head Teacher: Ms Jolanda Simmonds 

The Governors and staff of our large church school are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified class teacher to work as part of our dynamic, forward thinking team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a large 2 form entry city primary school. We currently have a maternity cover post available – year group to be confirmed.

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience of teaching within the primary age range
• Have a clear understanding of the curriculum and assessment for learning
• Have high expectations for our children’s progress and overall achievement
• Take an imaginative and creative approach to curriculum planning that captures the children’s interest
• Be forward thinking,innovative and highly energetic 
• Have a passion for quality teaching and learning, enabling the best outcomes for our children
• Be able to work well as part of our whole school team and school community
• Support our Christian ethos as a church school

We can offer you:

• The opportunity to work alongside a dedicated,friendly and committed team of staff
• The opportunity to be part of a forward thinking school
• Children who are enthusiastic, well behaved and eager to learn
• A supportive school community of staff,parents and Governors
• A commitment to your professional development
• A central location

Our school is a committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to and enhanced DBS check. We will undertake social media and online checks. 

Visits are warmly welcomed and recommended: please contact our school office and speak to Mrs Green or Mrs Moore-Childe to arrange a tour time with Ms Jolanda Simmonds using office@redhill.worcs.sch.uk 01905 352524 

TOUR DATES:

13th April 2026 @ 16:00

14th April 2026 @ 09:00

Shortlisting 21st April 2026

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)
This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.

Equality & Diversity: We are committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: 17 April 2026
Anticipated Interview Date: 28 April 2026