Class Teacher-Maternity Cover

Salary: £34,069.00 - £52,835.00 Annually (FTE)

Maternity Cover Full Time - Year 1 Class Teacher

• Start date 3rd November 2026 Initially a fixed term contract until 5th November 2027
• ECTs, Main Pay Scale or Upper Pay Scale Teachers are welcome to apply!
• Join Our Wonderful Team at St John’s CE Primary School, Reading!

Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity? St John’s Church of England Primary School, a welcoming and nurturing church school, is inviting applications for a Maternity Cover Year 1 Class Teacher position from 3rd November 2026 (or as soon after this date) for an initial fixed term contract until 5th November 2027.

Why Join St John’s?

At St John’s, our children are at the heart of everything we do. They are happy, engaged, and eager to learn! We are committed to fostering a professional, dynamic, and supportive team where high standards are met with warmth and care. St John’s has recently been graded with three ‘Strong’ areas in its Ofsted inspection in July 2026 and celebrates the strength of our very special school.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an inspiring and compassionate teacher who is:

• Enthusiastic and passionate about teaching
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Committed to fostering a positive learning environment
• Dedicated to personal and professional growth

What We Offer

In return, we provide

• A supportive and experienced leadership team
• A strong ethos of care and collaboration within our school family
• Ongoing professional development and opportunities for career progression
• A beautiful school setting with an integrated church - a truly special place to work
• Dedicated car parking and a comprehensive staff well-being package

How to Apply

• Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, so don’t miss this opportunity to become part of our fantastic team!
• We look forward to welcoming an exceptional teacher to our school community.
• To find out more information email hr@stjohns.reading.sch.uk or call 0118 937 5540 or visit: https://www.stjohns.reading.sch.uk/work-with-us
• Applications will be reviewed on receipt

St John’s Church of England Primary School, as a member of the Oxford Diocesan Schools Trust, is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check. Online checks may also be carried out to comply with KCSIE.