Year 3 Maternity cover

Start Date: November 2026 Salary: £160 - £220 per day *** Must have QTS *** Are you an enthusiastic Primary Teacher with experience delivering engaging lessons across KS2? Do you have high expectations for all pupils,…

Pay rate £160 – £220/day
Contract type Contract
Posted 3 September 2026

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Start Date: November 2026

Salary: £160 - £220 per day

*** Must have QTS ***

Are you an enthusiastic Primary Teacher with experience delivering engaging lessons across KS2?

Do you have high expectations for all pupils, including children with SEND and those who may require additional support?

Are you looking for a rewarding Year 3 teaching role within a welcoming and supportive Primary School?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a friendly and inclusive Primary School in the CM3 area that is looking to appoint a dedicated Year 3 Class Teacher to cover maternity leave from November 2026.

The school provides a nurturing and supportive learning environment where pupils are encouraged to reach their full potential. They place a strong emphasis on inclusion, pupil wellbeing and high-quality teaching, with excellent support available from an experienced and committed staff team.

The successful Primary Teacher will take responsibility for a Year 3 class on a full-time, 5-day-per-week basis. You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons, assessing pupil progress, maintaining high expectations for behaviour and achievement, and ensuring that children of all abilities are supported effectively.

The successful Primary Teacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching within a Primary School setting.
• Confidence teaching and planning across the KS2 curriculum.
• High expectations for pupils of all abilities, including SEND and disadvantaged pupils.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A positive, enthusiastic and proactive approach to teaching.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a supportive school team.

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process.
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply.
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel.
• Market leading rates of pay.
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply.

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this Year 3 Class Teacher maternity cover position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment

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