* Junior School Class Teacher - Maternity CoverNEWFast Apply# Junior School Class Teacher - Maternity CoverEmployerLocation: London, Greater London (Remote working)Contract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeContract Length: Maternity coverSalary: CompetitivePosted: 14th September 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 28th September 2026 09:00 AMContract Type: Fixed term contractStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1573779Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type:Fixed term contract* Contract Length: Maternity cover* Job ID: 1573779* Share :**Junior School Class Teacher - Maternity Cover****Full-time****Salary: Competitive plus benefits****Start date: October or November 2026**South Hampstead High School is seeking an exceptional Junior School Class Teacher to join its dedicated and enthusiastic team for a period of maternity cover.This is an opportunity to teach bright, motivated and inquisitive pupils within a happy and vibrant Junior School community. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, providing the right balance of challenge, pace and enrichment to help every girl thrive and fulfil her potential. The role also offers the opportunity to contribute to the wider life of the school, including its rich programme of trips, events and co-curricular activities.You will be a qualified teacher with QTS and a proven track record of excellent classroom practice. You should have experience of planning and delivering the National Curriculum, alongside the confidence and creativity to extend learning beyond it. Strong ICT skills, a collaborative approach and a genuine enthusiasm for inspiring young learners are also important.**About the School**Working at South Hampstead is stimulating, challenging and fun. Located in leafy Hampstead, with the buzz of central London's cultural life close at hand, the school is very well served by public transport and there are excellent local amenities nearby.The school is part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools. We offer a variety of benefits, such as:* Competitive salaries and pay progression* Access to extensive professional development opportunities* Training grants for qualifications* Generous pension schemes* Free life assurance benefit* Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans* A Cycle to Work scheme* Competitive terms and conditions of employment* A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools**To find out more and to apply, please click the apply button.****The closing date for applications is Monday 28 September 2026 at 9am.**We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the position or if an offer is made and accepted.The school may also conduct online searches (including publicly available social media searches) as part of our recruitment processes.The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening will apply to this post.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:The Girls' Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.### South Hampstead High School - GDSTPart of### Girls' Day School Trust (GDST) #J-18808-Ljbffr
Junior School Class Teacher - Maternity Cover employer: GDST
Kensington Prep School - GDST is an exceptional employer that fosters a nurturing and collaborative work environment, where teachers are empowered to inspire young minds. With a strong commitment to professional development, you will have access to ongoing training and support, ensuring your growth as an educator while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our pupils. Located in a vibrant community, our school offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dedicated team focused on delivering high-quality education.
