This role is required to start in September 2026

Salary: Main Scale

This is a full-time teaching post to cover a maternity leave

We are looking for an energetic, dedicated and forward-thinking Class Teacher to cover a maternity leave at Bar Hill Primary School, ready for the start of the new academic year in 2026.  You will play a key role in delivering high quality teaching and learning, ensuring every child is supported to achieve their full potential.  Enjoy being part of a fantastic team of teachers and support staff working closely together to create exciting and creative learning opportunities for our children! Our family of schools provide exceptional support and professional development opportunities for all of our staff.  

The opportunity:

Outstanding professional development opportunities for all staff

Working in a high-attaining school with high aspirations for our children

Innovative and creative teaching methods

A collaborative approach to teaching where planning is jointly shared across year groups to enable the sharing of excellent practice

To benefit from the specialist support and expertise within our large and highly successful multi-academy trust

The ideal candidate:

Will have a QTS teaching qualification with a teaching background and experience in Key Stage One/Two

Will possess outstanding communication skills and can work successfully in a team

Has high expectations for themselves and cares about delivering high quality lessons

Has a thorough understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -   

Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in

Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources

Cycle to work scheme

Teacher's pension scheme

Healthcare benefits including free eye tests and flu vaccinations

Free on-site parking

Discounts on a range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.  

Bar Hill Primary School is a family of learners situated in the heart of the Bar Hill community in Cambridge - the school provides an inclusive learning experience where everyone’s voice is welcomed and valued. Our children move along their learning journey both academically and socially with confidence, courage and humility. As part of the Meridian Trust, Bar Hill Primary School promotes collaborative working across the whole Trust in addition to providing outstanding professional development opportunities for all staff. 

Meridian Trust is a successful multi-academy trust founded on its commitment to people and communities.  

Our proven approach over more than a decade has elevated us to a respected and admired academy trust, a national leader in education and a source of great pride to the communities we serve.  The Trust currently operates 36 schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire and has forged strong links within all these communities. We are committed to high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff.  To find out more about the Trust, please visit: www.meridiantrust.co.uk  

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.  

Closing date for applications is: Wednesday 29th April 2026 by 9am

Interviews will take place the week beginning 4th May 2026

Please note that Meridian Trust may reserve the right to close the advert should a suitable appointment be made.  Early applications are recommended.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.  

 The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.