Key Stage 1 Teacher - Maternity Cover

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and inspiring Primary School Teacher to join our friendly team on a full‑time fixed term contract for two terms. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed educator to join our strong, professional and friendly team in January 2027.

This fixed term is to cover the absence of the substantive postholder on Maternity Leave.

You will play a vital role in the school, delivering high quality teaching and learning to our wonderful pupils. As a class teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons that meet the diverse needs of all learners. You will work collaboratively with colleagues to support pupils' progress and wellbeing, contributing positively to the whole school ethos.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative and well‑structured lessons that meet the needs of all pupils as well as track pupil progress, providing timely feedback to support learning
• Create a positive, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff and leadership to maintain high standards and communicate effectively with parents and carers on progress and wellbeing
• Follow school policies, safeguarding procedures and statutory expectations
• Maintain accurate records, including assessments, reports and planning documentation

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. For an appointment to view the school please contact Mrs A Reynolds, Office Manager, Rochford Primary & Nursery School, 6 Ashingdon Road, Rochford, Essex, SS4 1NJ. Tel: 01702 544342. E-mail: admin@rochford.essex.sch.uk. Please note; we do not accept CVs.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of suitable applications have been received. Early application is therefore strongly encouraged.

SEEAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. All postholders working in our schools will be considered to work in Regulated Activity and will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance all shortlisted candidates may be subject to online searches that may include social media. For further information please contact HR@seeat.org.

Safeguarding Statement

South East Essex Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. All post-holders working in our schools will be considered to work in Regulated Activity and will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, all shortlisted candidates may be subject to online searches that may include social media. For further information please contact HR@seeat.org.