Classroom Teacher - Maternity Cover
| Posting date: | 07 February 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 February 2026 |
| Location: | Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 4JT |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | d33ebe1b-c593-4ef4-9031-13fae25d04c2 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Headteacher and Governors of Upperby Primary School wish to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and suitably qualified teacher to join our school on a temporary, fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave.
This position is suitable for an experienced, bright and dynamic teacher who is eager to join a well-run school with excellent support from staff, parents and governors, and who meets the person specification for this post. Key Stage 1 experience is essential.
The successful candidate will:
• Be an innovative and outstanding classroom practitioner with a passion for teaching
• Have a clear understanding of the National Curriculum, with KS1 experience essential
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to raising standards and achievement, planning effectively to meet the individual needs of all children
• Have high expectations of pupil behaviour and maintain high professional standards
• Be flexible, enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a strong team
• Act as an inspirational role model and play a full part in the life of the school
• Create a stimulating and purposeful learning environment
• Recognise the importance of building strong relationships with parents and the wider community
• Be able to lead a curriculum area and undertake additional responsibilities as required
• Fully support the ethos and values of Upperby Primary School
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you the opportunity to:
• Become part of a successful, happy and welcoming school
• Work alongside a supportive leadership team, strong governing body and dedicated staff
• Access ongoing professional development
• Be part of a school community committed to making Upperby an inspiring place to work and learn
Commitment to safeguarding
Upperby Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all staff to adhere to this. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which will include References, Health, Right to Work in UK, DBS and, a Declaration that neither they nor anyone who lives in the same household is a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009.
The Headteacher and Governors of Upperby Primary School wish to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and suitably qualified teacher to join our school on a temporary, fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave.
This position is suitable for an experienced, bright and dynamic teacher who is eager to join a well-run school with excellent support from staff, parents and governors, and who meets the person specification for this post. Key Stage 1 experience is essential.
The successful candidate will:
• Be an innovative and outstanding classroom practitioner with a passion for teaching
• Have a clear understanding of the National Curriculum, with KS1 experience essential
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to raising standards and achievement, planning effectively to meet the individual needs of all children
• Have high expectations of pupil behaviour and maintain high professional standards
• Be flexible, enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a strong team
• Act as an inspirational role model and play a full part in the life of the school
• Create a stimulating and purposeful learning environment
• Recognise the importance of building strong relationships with parents and the wider community
• Be able to lead a curriculum area and undertake additional responsibilities as required
• Fully support the ethos and values of Upperby Primary School
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you the opportunity to:
• Become part of a successful, happy and welcoming school
• Work alongside a supportive leadership team, strong governing body and dedicated staff
• Access ongoing professional development
• Be part of a school community committed to making Upperby an inspiring place to work and learn
Commitment to safeguarding
Upperby Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all staff to adhere to this. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which will include References, Health, Right to Work in UK, DBS and, a Declaration that neither they nor anyone who lives in the same household is a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009.