Class Teacher (Year 5 and 6) - Maternity cover

Grade: MPS 3/UPS 1 (pro rata, dependent on experience)

Salary: £37,101 - £51,048 per annum, pro rata

Vacancy Hours: 0.4 fte, 2-4 days per week (dependent on the successful candidate)

Contract type: Maternity Cover - Temporary Contract

Location: Skipton, North Yorkshire

Are you an enthusiastic, skilled and dedicated teacher looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real difference? We are seeking an outstanding Class Teacher to join our team on a fixed-term maternity cover basis, teaching a mixed Year 5/6 class.

The role offers flexibility of 2-4 days per week, depending on the availability, experience and suitability of the successful candidate.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive and nurturing school community where high expectations, excellent relationships and a commitment to helping every child succeed are at the heart of everything we do.

The successful candidate will:

Be a qualified teacher with experience of teaching in Key Stage 2.

Have a proven track record of raising standards and securing strong pupil progress.

Have experience of preparing pupils for Key Stage 2 SATs and a secure understanding of assessment and end-of-key-stage expectations.

Demonstrate excellent classroom management and high expectations for behaviour and learning.

Be committed to providing engaging, high-quality teaching that inspires and challenges all learners.

Work effectively as part of a team and contribute positively to the wider life of the school.

We can offer:

Friendly, welcoming and well-behaved pupils.

A supportive and dedicated staff team.

Opportunities for professional development.

A positive school ethos where children and staff thrive.

* Strong leadership and a commitment to staff wellbeing.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

For further information and an application pack, please contact the school office – [email protected] or telephone 01756 752348

Key Dates:

Closing Date: Tuesday 20th November 2026 by 12pm

Interview Date: Tuesday 24th November 2026

Start Date: Tuesday 5th January 2027

Key Documents:

Job Application Pack

Application Form

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.

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Class Teacher (Year 5 and 6) - Maternity cover

Salary: £37,101 - £51,048 per annum, pro rata

Posted: 14/10/2026

Closing date: 20/11/2026

Closing time: 23:59 (GMT)