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 benefit from:
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 familiesThe Role
As a Year 3 Teacher, you will:
NO planning involved, but expected to deliver engaging lessons aligned with the Year 3 curriculum
Marking 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 wellbeingWhat 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 skillsIf 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. #INDLP