Class Teacher - Maternity cover

Job Type: Key Stage 2 Teacher  
Contract: Fixed-term (September 1st, 2025 – August 31st, 2026)

Class Teacher (Year 3)  

Required from 1st September 2025 a Fixed Term full-time post from 1st September 2025 to cover Maternity leave.

Our Governing Body is looking for a qualified, outstanding and inspirational teacher to join our supportive and experienced staff team.

Houghton School is a warm, welcoming and supportive Church of England primary school committed to fostering a nurturing and engaging learning environment. We are a school of 182 pupils who pride ourselves on delivering a high-quality education that prepares our children for the future while celebrating their individuality.  

The successful candidate will: 

- Have experience of teaching lower Key Stage 2
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum  
- Create a positive learning environment that supports all children’s development  
- Assess, monitor and report on children’s progress
- Be supportive and sympathetic of our Christian Values and Ethos
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and carers to ensure the best outcomes for all children
- Contribute to wider school life, including extracurricular activities and visits  

In return we can offer you:

•    A warm, welcoming, inclusive school where everyone learns together in a caring, Christian community
•    Fantastic children who enjoy learning and supporting each other in all aspects of school life
•    An opportunity to be part of a strong and welcoming team who are always there for each other
•    Supportive and friendly parents, carers and Governing Body
•    A commitment to professional development opportunities

How to apply:

 Application packs can be downloaded from our school website: https://www.houghtonschool.co.uk/vacancies/
Visits to the school are welcomed; please contact the school office to arrange a suitable time via email admin@houghton.cumbria.sch.uk or by telephone 01228 593992.

Houghton School is committed to safeguarding and the welfare of its children. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure for Regulated Activity and will require the completion of a criminal history/suitability self-disclosure form prior to interview. 

Satisfactory references, pre-employment ID verification, medical checks and right to work checks will also be required before any offer is finalised.  

Please note that referees will be contacted prior to interview.

Closing date for applications is Friday 16th May 2025 (1pm)
Shortlisting will take place on Friday 16th May 2025
Interviews to be held on Wednesday 21st May 2025