Are you a passionate and dedicated educator ready to inspire young minds? We are seeking a fully qualified Year 5 Teacher to join our vibrant and supportive team on a full-time basis to cover a Maternity Leave from January 2026.
Location: Burnley
Start Date: Monday 5th January 2026
Contract Type: Temporary (maternity cover)
Salary: £130 - £150 per day. AWR is then addressed.
About the Role:
As our new Year 5 Teacher, you will:
- Deliver engaging and creative lessons in line with the national curriculum
- Foster a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment
- Support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and carers
- Contribute to the wider life of the school
What We’re Looking For:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
- Experience teaching in Key Stage 2, ideally Year 5
- Strong understanding of phonics and early literacy development
- Excellent classroom management and communication skills
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
What We Offer:
- A welcoming and inclusive school community
- Supportive leadership and professional development opportunities
- Well-resourced classrooms and outdoor learning spaces
- Opportunities to grow and thrive in your teaching career
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this Y5 Maternity Leave cover from January 2026, please apply with your CV.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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