Primary Teacher – Maternity Cover (Stafford, ST16)

Location: Stafford, ST15
Pay: £140 – £200+ per day (based on experience)
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Full-time, maternity cover
School Type: One-form entry Roman Catholic primary school

Teaching Personnel are supporting a one-form entry Roman Catholic primary school in Stafford who are looking to appoint a dedicated Class Teacher to join their close-knit community for a maternity cover starting after Christmas.

The school is known for its nurturing ethos, supportive leadership, and strong sense of community. You don’t need to be Catholic, but you must be comfortable working within a faith-based environment.

Your Role:

• Full classroom responsibility within a supportive, collaborative team

• Deliver engaging lessons that meet the needs of all learners

• Build positive relationships with pupils, families, and staff

• Contribute to the wider school community and values

• Maintain strong behaviour management and safeguarding practice

We’re Looking For:

• QTS (essential)

• Experience across primary year groups (EYFS, KS1, or KS2)

• A warm, enthusiastic teacher committed to pupil progress

• Someone who values inclusion, community, and pastoral care

• A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Weekly pay via PAYE

• Supportive consultant with strong school relationships

• Opportunity for long-term placement in a fantastic school

• Access to CPD and training resources

Apply Now

Call the Staffordshire Primary Team on 01782 841 110 or click Apply Now to arrange an informal conversation.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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