Primary Supply Teacher, Maternity Cover

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JOB OVERVIEW

Location: Witney
Start date: February 2027
End date: July 2027
Working pattern: Full-time
Pay: £130 – £160 a day

Get ahead with your next move in teaching. Schools Mutual Services is recruiting a primary supply teacher for a maternity-cover assignment at a primary school in Witney from February to July 2027.

This is an opportunity to provide continuity for a primary class, build relationships with pupils and colleagues, and support learning throughout the placement. If you’re planning your next role, we’d love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver engaging lessons suited to the class curriculum and pupils’ learning needs.
  • Assess progress, provide feedback and adapt teaching to support each pupil’s development.
  • Create an inclusive classroom with clear routines and positive behaviour management.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff to maintain continuity during maternity cover.
  • Follow the school’s safeguarding procedures and policies.

Essential requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
  • Previous primary classroom teaching experience.
  • A valid enhanced DBS check, subject to verification.
  • Availability to start in February 2027 and commit to the assignment through July 2027.
  • Strong planning, classroom management and communication skills.
  • A collaborative approach and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues

ABOUT THIS ROLE

  • Plan and deliver high quality lessons that inspire and challenge pupils
  • Create a safe, inclusive and engaging classroom environment
  • Assess, monitor and track pupil progress and provide constructive feedback
  • Organised and hardworking
  • Adapt teaching to meet different learning needs and abilities
  • Follow the school's safeguarding, behaviour and educational policies
  • Help pupils engage with lessons and access learning activities

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