Class Teacher – Eastfield Primary School Position: Full-time Class Teacher Contract: Maternity Cover (Academic year September 2026-July 2027) Start Date: September 2026 Salary: Main Pay Scale (MPS) Location: Eastfield Primary School, Colliery Road, Wolverhampton WV1 2QY About Eastfield Primary School Eastfield Primary School is a two-form entry primary school for children aged 4–11, close to Wolverhampton City Centre in the East Park Ward. Our school is a safe, happy and exciting environment where relationships are valued, and every child is encouraged to be the best they can be. We pride ourselves on being a school where everyone is polite, kind, caring and respectful, and where strong partnerships with families and the wider community are central to our success. Ofsted highlights that children are safe, well cared for, enjoy school, and benefit from a curriculum that raises aspirations, reflecting the staff’s commitment to excellence and the rich learning opportunities we provide. Our Core Values At Eastfield Primary, our curriculum is underpinned by Diversity and Opportunity, and our core values of Care, Pride, Respect and Resilience are at the heart of everything we do. These values guide behaviour, attitudes to learning, and relationships across the whole school community. We aim to ensure that all children: Feel cared for and develop care for others Show pride in their work, behaviour, and achievements Demonstrate respect for themselves, others, and their community Develop resilience by persevering and embracing challenges These values shape our expectations and the environment in which our young people grow, thrive and succeed. The Role We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, and highly motivated class teacher to join our dedicated team. You will: Deliver high quality‑, engaging lessons that inspire and challenge children Foster a classroom where children feel confident, safe and supported Promote and embody our core values: care, pride, respect and resilience Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement Work collaboratively as part of our two-form entry year group structure Build and maintain strong relationships with children, families, and staff We Can Offer You A caring, nurturing school that believes in a restorative approach to behaviour A warm, welcoming and supportive staff team Wonderful children, who enjoy school A curriculum underpinned by opportunity and diversity A commitment to your professional development A positive school culture grounded in strong relationships and high expectations About You We are looking for someone who: Is an excellent classroom practitioner with a passion for primary education Embodies our core values of care, pride, respect and resilience Demonstrates strong subject knowledge and understanding of the curriculum Creates a positive and engaging learning environment where children enjoy lessons Works collaboratively within a team Is reflective, proactive and committed to continuous improvement Prioritises safeguarding and the wellbeing of all children How to Apply Application forms and further details are available from our school business manager: ROHara@eastfieldpri.co.uk or via our website: www.eastfieldprimaryschool.org.uk Please be aware that we do not accept CVs. Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Closing date: Friday 24 th April Interviews: Friday 8 th May Safeguarding Statement Eastfield Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and all other appropriate safeguarding checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. The postholder will have responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children in line with the job description, person specification and school policies. Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA 1974) Exemption Statement This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 2974. Applicants must declare all unspent convictions and some spent convictions and cautions that are not protected. Further information is available in the DBS filtering guides.