Class Teacher

Cordwalles Junior School are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Class Teacher to join their driven and supportive team on a temporary basis (maternity cover)

This is a wonderful opportunity to inspire young learners, nurture their curiosity, and make a lasting impact during a key stage in their education.

Your Opportunity

Our aim is to deliver inspirational learning and support children to achieve their potential and raise their expectations. Your aim is to ensure that your work is of the highest standard allowing children and young people to have a sense of challenge, enjoyment and passion for learning. Can you help us reach our goal of outstanding learning and teaching?

What we are looking for

Somebody with;

• recent outstanding teaching experience
• a commitment to excellence and the maximising of academic and personal achievement for all children
• proven experience of leading a subject/s and of driving change
• ability to model positive attitudes and values, and uphold our school ethos with all stakeholders

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information and before applying.

About Cordwalles Junior School

Our School sits within a newly established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Cordwalles Junior School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Springfield Primary School, Lightwater Village School and Pine Ridge & Lorraine Federation.

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Teachers Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Start Date: September 2026

Salary Range: GLF Main Pay Scale 1 - 5 (Fringe)

Working Pattern: Full-time

Contract: Temporary (Maternity Cover)

Closing Date: 15th May 2026

Interview Date: TBC W/C 18th May 2026