Teacher Maternity Cover

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Full Time

Fixed term to cover maternity leave

From 01 September 2026 to 31 August 2027

The Role

The Governors of Our Lady & St Edwards Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Class Teacher to join our dedicated team on a fixed-term basis.

We are looking for a teacher who is passionate about high-quality teaching and learning and who is committed to ensuring that all pupils achieve their full potential. Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

About You

The successful candidate will:

Have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and recent relevant experience (or strong placement experience for ECTs)

Demonstrate a secure knowledge of the National Curriculum

Be able to plan deliver and assess a broad and balanced curriculum

Use assessment effectively to ensure good progress and attainment for all pupils including vulnerable and disadvantaged learners

Demonstrate strong adaptive teaching to meet the needs of all pupils

Have high expectations of behaviour and achievement

Create an engaging and purposeful learning environment

Build positive relationships with pupils staff parents and carers

Work effectively with Teaching Assistants directing and deploying support staff to maximise pupil outcomes

Be committed to the Teachers Standards and ongoing professional development

Support and uphold the Catholic ethos of the school

About Us

Our Lady & St Edwards Catholic Primary School is a caring and supportive community rooted in Catholic values. We are proud of our:

Enthusiastic well-behaved pupils who enjoy learning

Dedicated and supportive staff team

Strong partnerships with parents carers and the parish

Commitment to high standards of teaching and learning

What We Offer

A welcoming and inclusive school community

Supportive leadership and colleagues

Opportunities for professional development

A commitment to staff wellbeing

Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment

Our Lady & St Edwards Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to:

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

Satisfactory references

Verification of qualifications and right to work in the UK

In line with safer recruitment practices online searches may be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of the due diligence process. All applicants will be considered on the basis of their suitability for the post regardless of sex race or disability.

CES application forms and further details are available by emailing the school office: or from the schools website CES applications should be addressed to the Headteacher Mrs Sarah Murphy and returned by email to:

or by post to

Our Lady & St. Edwards

495 Price Street

Birkenhead CH41 8DU

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment.

Closing date: 03.06.2026 (12 noon)

Shortlisting: 03.06.2026 (pm)

Observations: w/b 08.06.2026

Interviews: w/b 15.06.2026