The Elms Primary School

Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Contract: 1-Year Fixed Term
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, term time plus

Start Date: 1 September 2026 – 31 August 2027
(The successful candidate may have the option to start in Term 6, if preferred or required.)

The Elms Primary School, located in Faringdon, is a welcoming and supportive community with high aspirations for all pupils. We are proud to be part of the Cambrian Learning Trust, a successful multi-academy trust.

We are seeking to appoint a full-time Class Teacher to join our committed and hardworking team, covering maternity leave for one year from September 2026.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and reflective practitioner who is dedicated to supporting and inspiring children’s learning. The ideal candidate will demonstrate initiative, strong organisational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with pupils, colleagues, and parents.

Prospective applicants are warmly encouraged to visit the school. Please contact the school office on 01367 240232 to arrange an appointment.

The Elms Primary School and Cambrian Learning Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism.  We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.  All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Check. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.

Cambrian Learning Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ community.