Salary: Teachers Main to Upper Pay Scale (Fringe - Surrey) - £34,398 - £52,490
Benefits: Generous pension, condensed school year, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay
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We are seeking a Class Teacher to join our team at Meadow Primary School, part of Bourne Education Trust.
As a Teacher, you will be responsible for the learning and achievement of all pupils in the department, ensuring equity of opportunity for all, and achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct. All teachers are required to carry out the professional duties and responsibilities of a schoolteacher as defined by 'Teachers' Standards' and set out in the current 'School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document'.
About Meadow Primary School
Meadow Primary School is a three-form entry primary school with a nursery in Surrey. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi-academy trust comprising twenty-four schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we are committed to "Transforming schools...changing lives."
At our school, you will find a welcoming and purposeful environment centred on our core purpose and vision: for our children to leave Meadow Primary School as confident, resourceful and respectful individuals who are ready to transition into a successful life at secondary school and beyond. This is a place where everyone is challenged to perform at their best and where there is a commitment to nurturing and growing happy, successful, intellectually curious and determined children and young people with a strong sense of moral and cultural values.
Our curriculum has been designed to meet the needs of our children and focuses on engaging all through Discovery Days and learning sequences that build skills and knowledge so that all children aspire and achieve the best possible outcomes. Our learning environment promotes active learning where children are encouraged to ask questions and become independent learners. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum where PE and the arts are a pivotal element to every week. We are fortunate to be set in extensive grounds and our swimming pool is used 50% of the year.
Details
Position: Class Teacher - Temporary contract (Maternity Cover)
Contract: Full time, Temporary (Maternity cover)
Start Date: 11th April 2026
Salary: Teachers Main to Upper Pay Scale (Fringe - Surrey) - £34,398 - £52,490
Benefits
* Generous workplace pension
* Condensed school year with a two week half term in October
* Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
* Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
* Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
* Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
* Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
* Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
* Occupational sick pay
Key responsibilities include:
* Deliver the curriculum as relevant to the age and ability of the individuals and classes you teach, preparing and developing teaching materials, programmes and pastoral arrangements as appropriate
* Be accountable for the attainment, progress and outcomes of all pupils within your class/es, planning effectively to ensure that pupils have the opportunity to meet their potential
* Plan for, organise and direct the work of relevant Support Staff within the classroom. This will sometimes include direct line management of Learning Support Assistants/Teaching Assistants
Requirements include:
Essential
* Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent
* Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
* Ability to evidence effective continuous professional development
For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.
Our Culture
At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:
* Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
* Collaborative and innovative
* Committed, engaged and professional
* Advocates for equality and inclusivity
How to apply for this role:
Please click 'Apply' to complete our online application form. Please note CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.
The closing date for this vacancy is the 3rd March 2026. However we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.
Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.
Job specification
School
Meadow Primary School
Job Posted
09/02/2026
Role
Primary Teacher
Subject
Class Teacher
Employment type
Teaching
Closing date
03/03/2026
Start date
11th April 2026
Job reference
MAT CT/012026