Teacher (Maternity Cover) at St Nicholas Church of England Primary School

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/SNCEPS/81017
  Location
Idmiston Road, Porton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 0LB
  Contract Type
Maternity Cover
  Contract Term
Full-Time
  Salary
£32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
M1 - UPS3
  Closing Date
9:00am, 11th Feb 2026
  Start Date
01.06.26
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Interview Date(s)
25.02.26
   Interview Date(s)           25.02.26
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About this Role

We are looking to appoint a teacher to cover a period of maternity leave beginning Term 6 this year.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly, vibrant and forward thinking setting.  We are looking to appoint an inspiring teacher who is fully committed to doing the very best for the pupils in their care. We are a successful Academy and part of the Diocese of Salisbury Academy trust.  Our Ofsted in May 2023  confirmed that we are a good school with a strong and committed leadership team. 

We are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic, aspirational, and creative class teacher to join us from June 2026, with opportunities to meet the children and team in May.
Our children need an innovative teacher with excellent classroom management skills, high expectations and a willingness to work hard. Our school vision "Let all you do be done with love," 1 COR 16:14 is at the heart of all we do and decisions that we make.  If this is something you feel you can contribute to, then this could be the school for you!

We offer you:

  •  A happy, supportive and friendly environment where we work effectively as a team
  • Children who are eager to learn, committed staff, governors, parents and carers
  • A commitment to a healthy work/life balance with blocked PPA time for all teaching staff and staff wellbeing as a priority
  • Inspiring curriculum enrichment days
  • Opportunities to develop your practice supported by a commitment to your continuous professional development

This role would not be suitable for an ECT.

Visits to the school can be arranged via the school office please email Lisa Glover to arrange- office@stnicholas.dsat.org.uk


St Nicholas CE Primary School is part of the Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust and hence works in close cooperation with a wide network of other Primary Schools, both situated within the Salisbury area and across Dorset and Wiltshire. 

We want our staff to thrive so we offer an extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development. Please visit our website for further details: Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust - Wellness

We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all.

If you are interested in this position and would like to have a more detailed conversation before making the decision to apply for the post, please give us a call and we will be happy to help you with as much detail as possible to support this process.

When you have enough information to make your decision to apply, please complete all sections of the application form. CVs will not be accepted.  All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews. 

The Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidates will require an enhanced DBS clearance and appropriate references.


Contact Details

  Lucy Hill
  01980610401
  head@stnicholas.dsat.org.uk

St Nicholas Church of England Primary School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

  1. Why do you want to work at St Nicholas CE Primary?
  2. How do you feel you could support the Christian vision of the school -"Let all you do be done with love." 1 COR 16:14
  3. What training have you received/completed and what has the impact of this been on the children that you work with?
  4. What achievement are you most proud of and why?
  5. How do you build successful relationships with the children and staff that you work with?
  6. What other important experiences/qualities do you have that you feel are relevant to this job?

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