The Sycamore Trust are seeking to appoint a KS2 teacher for one year to work at Christ Church Ainsworth CE Primary School.

This is a fixed term post to cover a period of maternity leave in KS2 and it is not suitable for ECT.

A Primary School Teacher is responsible for educating children aged 411, supporting their academic, social, and emotional development. The role involves planning engaging lessons, assessing progress, and creating a safe, inclusive learning environment.

For an informal chat and to visit the school, contact Lucy McGreavy (Head Teacher) on 01204 527 484.

Working Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Base: Christ Church Ainsworth CE Primary School

Grade: Main Pay Scale 3 to 6

Contract: Fixed Term for one year starting 1st September 2026

In return we can offer:

  • Children who love learning
  • Opportunities to work collaboratively with our Trust Leaders and our partner schools. This includes Trust wide opportunities to develop skills, experience, and professional development.
  • An exciting, forward-thinking Trust with a hard-working team of talented and enthusiastic staff and trustees who are committed to providing the best for the children in our care.
  • A trust committed to your continuing professional and personal development. All employees will have access to an extensive CPD library to support your current and future career aspirations.
  • A Trust committed to the wellbeing of our staff with access to a full range of confidentially offered wellbeing services including counselling, free flu jabs, online GP appointments and physiotherapy.

Job Description

  • Adapt teaching methods and adjust activities to meet the diverse needs and learning styles of pupils.
  • Use a range of resources, including digital tools, to enhance learning.
  • Ensure pupils can access learning activities through specialist support e.g. curriculum/SEN specialism
  • Set appropriate homework and provide constructive feedback.

Essential Criteria

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Degree or equivalent qualification relevant to teaching.

Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Desirable Criteria

Additional training in SEND, phonics, or curriculum specialisms

First Aid Training

Please refer to the Recruitment Pack for full details

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Please follow this link to apply- https://candidates.every.education/Vacancies/Details?advertKey=acebc419-f819-45f8-925a-4add64a3a990
We may close early if we find the right person. We are unable to accept CVs or paper applications, please email recruitment@thesycamoretrust.co.uk if this causes you an issue.

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, and enhanced DBS and satisfactory references. The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.


Supporting Documents

↗ Recruitment Pack
↗ Privacy Notice

Location

Tommy Ln, Tommy Lane, Ainsworth, BL2 5SG, United Kingdom

Job ID

15118