Teacher in Reception Maternity Cover

Teacher in Reception Maternity Cover

Houldsworth Valley Primary Academy

Teacher

Contract: Part-time, 0.4 FTE. Temporary (maternity cover).

Salary: MPR

Start date: January 2027

Would you like to work at a school where staff and children believe anything is possible? Then Houldsworth Valley is for you. Children thrive at our school. Our combination of high-quality teaching, ambition for all and an emphasis on ensuring the children are great citizens, mean we create well-balanced individuals ready for life.

We are seeking to appoint a class teacher to join our team.

We are looking for:

inspiring teachers with a passion for primary education

teachers with a high expectation for teaching and learning

teachers who deliver high quality lessons that engage and challenge pupils

teachers who are highly motivated

As part of the Unity Schools Partnership, we offer:

a friendly and welcoming school

a caring, team ethos where everyone is valued

dedicated colleagues who enjoy working together as a team

a supportive and driven leadership team

significant training and development available through opportunities for professional development, research, teacher training and collaboration between schools and across phases

an excellent and involved local governing body

If you would like an informal discussion prior to submitting your application, you are welcome to contact Lisa Tweed, Executive Headteacher, on 01638 663214 or email [email protected].

Closing date: 09:00am, 13 November 2026

Interviews: w/c 16 November 2026

Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.

In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.

We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.

#### Closing Date

2026-11-13