Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

Salary or Hourly Rate

M2 - M6

Type of vacancy

Fixed Term

Work pattern

Full Time, Part Time

Duration

Duration of this contract is dependent on the length of maternity leave (up to 1 year)

Hours per week

27.5

Work Base

Larkfields Junior School, Nuthall, NG16 1EP

Additional Documents

Teacher application form - Sept 2024.docx – 106KB
Converted File Teacher application form - Sept 2024.docx.pdf – 392KB

Additional Documents

Teacher spec.pdf – 132KB Closing Date 27 October 2026 12:00

At Larkfields Junior School, we are proud to be an exciting, vibrant and inclusive school where every child is encouraged to thrive. Our children are proud to be part of Team Larkfields and embody our core value of Taking Care by taking care of their learning, themselves, each other and the environment. This strong ethos was recognised during our most recent Ofsted inspection, where the school continued to be judged Good.

We are seeking either:

• An enthusiastic and experienced full-time Year 4 teacher, or
  
• Two outstanding part-time teachers:
  - Year 4 Teacher (2 days per week)
  - Year 6 Teacher (3 days per week)

This is an exciting opportunity for dedicated and enthusiastic teachers who are passionate about making a difference and contributing to the wider life of our school on a one-year maternity cover contract commencing in January 2027.

This post is not suitable for an Early Career Teacher (ECT).

We Are Looking For Someone Who Will:

• Be an excellent and positive classroom practitioner who is keen to develop further.
  
• Motivate, inspire and challenge pupils so that expectations remain high.
  
• Be driven, determined and a strong team player.
  
• Build upon the school's existing strengths and contribute to the next stage of our exciting journey.
  
• Develop strong relationships with parents, governors and the wider community.
  
• Demonstrate a commitment to continued professional development.
  
• Have a growth mindset and a positive attitude towards innovation and change.
  
• Be able to lead a curriculum area (to be determined).
  
• Have a good understanding of a wide range of children's needs and adapt teaching accordingly.

Our Children Are Looking For Someone Who Will:

• Be resilient.
  
• Accept mistakes as part of learning.
  
• Engage in the wider life of the school.
  
• Be creative.
  
• Be honest about their work.
  
• Be patient.
  
• Be fun and have a sense of humour.
  
• Treat everyone fairly while recognising that all children are different.
  
• Be kind and caring.
  
• Be dedicated to helping children succeed.
  
• Celebrate everyone's achievements.

In Return, Team Larkfields Offers:

• Wonderfully fantastic pupils who are proud of their school and have a strong pupil voice.
  
• A well-equipped sensory room and enhanced provision currently supporting a range of pupils.
  
• An established and extensive wellbeing and mental health programme, including ELSA, Place2Be and a variety of targeted interventions.
  
• Extensive outdoor grounds with diverse spaces that enhance learning opportunities.
  
• Supportive parents and a school community with high expectations for all children.
  
• A dedicated governing body committed to providing the very best education possible.
• A fabulous staff team who are caring, supportive, highly committed and, whilst professional, are also known for being good fun!

We also offer a wide range of high-quality CPD opportunities and actively support professional growth and career development.

Safeguarding

Larkfields Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, identity checks, an enhanced DBS check and other safer recruitment procedures.

Visits and Applications

Prospective applicants are warmly encouraged to visit the school to experience the unique spirit of Team Larkfields first hand. To arrange a visit please contact the school office. Application forms and more information is available on the school website - Home | Larkfields Junior School. Completed application forms should be emailed to headteacher@larkfields-jun.notts.sch.uk by 12 noon on Tuesday 27th October.

Closing Date: Tuesday 27th Oct 2026, 12 noon.
Interview Date: Tuesday 3rd Nov 2026

Come and be part of Team Larkfields, where we take care, achieve together and make a difference every day.

• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

• All posts in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. All posts in schools, unless stated otherwise, are suitable for a job share arrangement.

• The County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation for posts within County and Controlled Schools and in Colleges.