Year 3/4 Class teacher (Monday – Wednesday) – temporary contract

Job: Year 3/4 Class teacher part-time (Monday to Wednesday)
Contract type: Temporary contract – Spring and Summer term 2026
Salary: Mainscale
Start Date: Monday 5th January

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a teacher to join our happy and successful school for 2 terms.

We are looking for a positive, creative, child centred and highly motivated professional to join our dedicated, fun and enthusiastic team of professionals who enjoy teaching, guiding and supporting all our children to help them grow and flourish.

Elsworth C of E (VA) Primary School is committed to providing an excellent standard of education with a strong Christian ethos. Pupils are proud to attend our school and are keen to learn. They speak positively about being part of a small school where everyone is known, accepted and cared for. All our work is underpinned by our school bible verse ‘Act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with your God.’ Micah 6:8 (b). The staff are committed to respond fully to the academic, social, spiritual and emotional needs of our pupils and this is reflected in all aspects of our school’s work.

The successful candidate will be:
• An effective classroom practitioner
• Determined that all children can achieve
• Adapt lessons to suit the needs of all our learners
• Passionate about a broad and balanced curriculum and dedicated to the development of the whole child
• Willing to play a role in all aspects of school life
• A great team player

Elsworth CofE (VA) Primary School can offer you:
• A friendly, enthusiastic and caring school community
• Fun and motivated children who enjoy school
• An excellent, hardworking and committed staff team who have high expectations
• A supportive governing body and leadership team
• High quality continuing professional development – based on your specific needs and requirements
• An innovative and well-resourced setting

Are you:
• Passionate about teaching and learning and able to engage learners
• Able to create an inspiring learning environment
• Highly motivated with a commitment to the achievement and well-being of all children in your care
• Able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work as a team
• Willing to work within the Christian ethos of our school

If this sounds like you, we would love to meet you!

Contact with the school is encouraged and we can arrange tours of the school. We are also happy to talk over the phone or online. Application packs can be obtained from the school website, or by contacting the school office. CV applications will not be considered. Please send your application form, together with a covering letter addressed to Mrs Elizabeth Bennett, Headteacher via the school office email address below.

School email: office@elsworth.cambs.sch.uk
School telephone: 01954 267272
School website www.elsworthprimary.org
Closing date: Wednesday 19th November
Interviews: Tuesday 25th November

General Data Protection Regulation: Our privacy notice for candidates can be found at: https://www.elsworthprimary.org.

Safeguarding and Child Protection: Elsworth C of E (VA) Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All new staff within the school will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and all other safeguarding requirements in accordance with DfE legislation. All members of staff will receive training in line with our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy.

Equal Opportunities: Elsworth C of E (VA) Primary School welcomes enquiries from everyone and values diversity in our workplace. A commitment to promoting diversity and developing a workplace environment where all staff are treated with dignity and respect is central to our recruitment process.