Key Stage 1 Maternity Class Teacher
An exciting fixed-term opportunity has arisen at Beaminster St Mary's Academy for you to join our popular and successful school as a Class Teacher to cover a period of maternity leave for Autumn Term 2026.
We are part of DSAT (The Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust) and benefit from close collaboration within DSAT, as well as the Weymouth Bay Hub. We are looking for an enthusiastic teacher to strengthen our team for this period. The specific duration of the contract will be discussed at the interview, but it is expected to last for a minimum of two terms.
Your individual skills and interests will be nurtured by the Headteacher, Senior Leaders, and DSAT, ensuring you are able to develop your career in the most appropriate way for you, even in this temporary capacity.
We are ambitious and keen to promote the drive and determination needed to make good things happen. We require a Class Teacher who has a positive attitude towards self‑improvement and a commitment to collaboration and sharing best practice, learning, reflection, and improvement. We need someone who is enthusiastic, who expresses unfailing positivity, who believes ‘thank you’ is said often enough, and who can inspire all around them.
We have a team brimming with strength and potential. We are a learning community that is not afraid to take risks and be innovative; children and staff are happy, enthusiastic, and supportive of each other. Our Christian Values are key to our warm and supportive environment; they are part of everything we do.
The successful applicant will need to:
- be willing to embrace, support, and develop the Christian ethos of our school
- be a team player
- lead, inspire, and motivate children in line with our vision of ‘We love each other, learn together, and inspire all to succeed.’
- have high expectations of themselves and others
- have a desire to improve their own practice further
In return, we are proud to offer you:
- enthusiastic children
- willing, hardworking staff
- supportive parents
- CPD, coaching, and ongoing support (We believe in investing in our temporary staff)
- a strong team of governors
- close collaboration within DSAT
We want our staff to thrive, so we offer an extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development.
We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be subject to a number of checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.
Contact Details:
Beaminster St Mary's Academy Recruitment Team
