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Year 5 Class Teacher – Maternity Cover
Location: Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-Time, Maternity Cover (until April 2026)
Salary: MPS/UPS (depending on experience)
ECTs not considered for this role
A well-established and high-achieving primary school in Welwyn Garden City is seeking an experienced and confident Year 5 Class Teacher to cover a maternity leave from September 2025 through to April 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity for a strong KS2 practitioner to join a warm, forward-thinking school with a clear commitment to high standards, pupil wellbeing, and collaborative working.
About the School:
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A two-form entry primary in the heart of Welwyn Garden City with a positive, inclusive ethos
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Excellent leadership team with a focus on supporting staff and maintaining work-life balance
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Children who are curious, well-behaved, and eager to learn
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Strong partnerships with families and a proactive school community
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Well-resourced classrooms and access to CPD opportunities
The Role:
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Full-time class teacher for a well-settled Year 5 cohort
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Responsible for delivering the KS2 curriculum, supported by experienced phase colleagues
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PPA time protected and collaborative planning time provided
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Expected to maintain high expectations in behaviour, engagement, and outcomes
Person Specification:
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and recent experience teaching in KS2, preferably in Year 5
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Confident in classroom management and curriculum delivery
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Able to hit the ground running, with minimal induction time
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Flexible, proactive, and committed to upholding the school’s values
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Please note: this role is not open to Early Career Teachers (ECTs)
What the School Offers:
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A supportive and friendly working environment
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A smooth handover from the current class teacher
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Strong leadership and a focus on professional respect
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A welcoming, inclusive culture with high expectations and excellent pupil behaviour
If you're an experienced teacher ready to take on a rewarding and well-supported maternity cover role, we welcome your application
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