Teacher

Maternity Cover Teacher (Temporary)

ECT’s and experienced staff are welcome to apply.
Required to start 23rd February 2026

Position will initially be until 31st August 2026, with the possibility to extend further.

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented teacher. The Governors and Headteacher of Seaton St. Paul’s C of E Junior School are seeking to appoint a creative, hardworking and innovative teacher, for a full time, temporary, post . The post will be in KS2. You will need to bring enthusiasm, drive and above all – a love of learning to support our team to achieve the very best for all our children. We are an inclusive, friendly school with a dedicated team and a warm family atmosphere.

You will:
• Have a good understanding of how to challenge and support children with a wide range of needs
• Be imaginative, delivering engaging and exciting sessions or lessons for our children
• Have a secure understanding of assessment, and be able to place this at the heart of your teaching
• Be a team-player with good communication and support our whole staff family
• Most importantly, be committed to professional development and have high expectations of your own practice
• Have a good understanding of safeguarding and how we support the whole child and family

In return, we offer:
• Wonderful children, who love to learn
• A community who take pride in being members of Seaton St. Paul’s C of E Junior School
• A welcoming work environment, with high expectations and support
• An inclusive school, where high standards and excellence are valued
• Staff that work whole heartedly as a team to deliver the best for our families
• A supportive leadership team, committed to developing Seaton St. Paul’s C of E Junior School
into an outstanding place to work and learn
• A professional development plan, supported by a coaching and mentoring programme designed to enhance practice and prepare staff for career progression

Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required.

Application forms, job description/personal specification are available on our school website on the Vacancies page. www.seaton-jun.cumbria.sch.uk

Visits to the school are welcome by appointment. Please contact our main office to arrange a day and time. 
Completed application forms should be returned via email only, marked for the attention of the Headteacher Mrs Lynn Carini [email protected]

Closing date: Monday 5th January 2026 (12 noon)
Shortlisting: Wednesday 7th January 2026
Interviews to be held: Week commencing 12th January 2026

Seaton St Paul’s CE Junior School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure check. Any appointment will be subject to suitable references and pre-employment checks.