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KS2 Classroom Teacher
Required from 21st August 2026
Pay Grade: MPS/UPS
Fixed Term, 1 Year maternity cover
Full Time 32.5 hours per week
Note: There are currently two adverts out for the same maternity cover position on ETeach. One is for starting on 21st August 2026 and the other for starting on Monday 26th October 2026. Applications are welcomed for both adverts and interviews will also be conducted for both adverts. The job will be offered to the strongest applicant across both adverts.
About Our School
Desford Community Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive school at the heart of the local community. Central to everything we do at Desford is our school rule: Be Kind to Yourself, Others and the Environment. As a school we are committed to creating a nurturing, ambitious, and inspiring environment where every child is encouraged to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We believe strongly in promoting pupil agency and equity, ensuring that all children feel valued, empowered, and able to succeed through meaningful opportunities, high expectations, and an inclusive approach to learning and personal development.
At Desford Community Primary School we are able to offer you:
Friendly, enthusiastic and well-behaved children who enjoy learning
A hardworking, supportive and dedicated staff team
A positive working environment where wellbeing is valued
A coaching ethos to develop practice
A school that has strong commitment to developing its staff individually and supports you with your continued professional development
Supportive leadership and governors committed to school improvement
Strong partnerships with parents and the wider community
The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families
In return we are looking for someone who:
Demonstrates a commitment to our school ethos of “Be kind to yourself, others and the environment”
Promotes and models our core values of being Ready, Safe and Respectful
Is dedicated to ensuring all children thrive through equity, inclusion, and high expectations
Fosters pupil agency by encouraging independence, confidence, and a love of learning
Builds positive and supportive relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and the wider community
Works effectively as part of a collaborative and supportive team
Demonstrates strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
Shows flexibility, enthusiasm, and a willingness to contribute to wider school life
Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Closing Date
The closing date for completed applications is Wednesday 10th June, with interviews taking place during the week commencing Monday 15th June.
Application process
Application forms and further details can be downloaded from Eteach.
Completed application forms should be submitted via ETeach. An email will be sent to shortlisted candidates with details of the interview process and the outline of the day.
If you have any queries on any aspect of the application or need additional information, please contact the school or send an email via Eteach, where we will be happy to help you. We look forward to hearing from you.
Thank you.
Desford Community Primary School
Kirkby Road
Desford
Leicestershire
LE9 9JH
Headteacher: Mr Colin Wilson
Safeguarding Statement
LiFE Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment will be subject to a DBS check and an online search.
We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.