Year 3 Teacher (Maternity Cover) – Epsom and Ewell, Surrey – Full‑Time | June 2026 - July 2026 | No Planning
An outstanding primary school in Ewell & Epsom area is seeking a dedicated and nurturing Year 3 Class Teacher to join their KS1 team on a temporary maternity cover contract after May half term.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a highly regarded school known for its strong values, inclusive ethos, and commitment to excellence in the London and Surrey border. The school provides a warm, welcoming environment where children are supported to flourish both academically and personally.
About the School
This is a large, well‑regarded primary school with a friendly and supportive atmosphere. It has an “outstanding” Ofsted reputation, with inspectors highlighting its high expectations, strong teaching, and the way pupils achieve well academically. The school focuses on creating an engaging, creative curriculum with lots of extracurricular activities, and it aims to develop well‑rounded, confident learners in a safe and inclusive environment.
Staff benefits
* A welcoming and supportive whole‑school community
* A strong Catholic ethos with clear values at the heart of school life
* An experienced and collaborative Early Years team
* A full‑time, experienced Teaching Assistant within the Reception class
* Well‑resourced indoor and outdoor learning environments
* Supportive and approachable leadership
* Engaged and respectful pupils and families
The Role
* NO planning involved, but expected to deliver engaging lessons aligned with the Year 3 curriculum
* Mark pupils’ work
* Supports pupils' transition from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 2
* Teaches core subjects including English, maths, and science
* Assesses and tracks pupil progress, adapting lessons to meet different needs
* Creates a positive, inclusive, and safe classroom environment
* Manages classroom behaviour effectively using clear expectations
* Provides feedback to pupils to support improvement
* Works closely with teaching assistants and other staff
* Communicates with parents about pupil progress and wellbeing
What the School Is Looking For
* UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
* Proven experience teaching Year 3
* Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
* Experience delivering phonics, ideally using Little Wandle
* A nurturing, patient, and enthusiastic teaching style
* Strong classroom organisation and behaviour management skills
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply or get in touch to find out more:
Contact Lauren
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Interviews will be arranged ASAP.
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