At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach and inspire a mixed Reception to Year 2 class with engaging lessons.
- Company: Welcoming primary school in Darwen with a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Competitive pay of £120+ per day and a consistent timetable.
- Other info: Full-time maternity cover starting January 2027 for at least six months.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young learners' lives while enjoying a fulfilling teaching role.
- Qualifications: Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and have primary teaching experience.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
Humly are recruiting an enthusiastic and confident Primary Teacher to cover a maternity leave at a welcoming primary school in Darwen. This full-time teaching role starts in January 2027, after the Christmas break, and will run for at least six months through to the summer term. You’ll be teaching a mixed Reception to Year 2 class, delivering engaging lessons across the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Key Stage 1 curriculum.
The school is looking for an adaptable and organised teacher who can provide consistency, creativity and enthusiasm while creating a positive classroom environment where younger pupils feel supported and encouraged to learn. This is a great opportunity for a Primary Teacher looking for a longer-term placement with a consistent timetable throughout the remainder of the academic year.
Role Details
- Location: Darwen
- Pay: £120+ per day
- Hours: Full time
- Start Date: January 2027, after the Christmas break
- Duration: Minimum 6 months, covering maternity leave
- Setting: Primary school
- Year Groups: Reception to Year 2
- Key Stages: EYFS and KS1
- Qualification: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Role Type: Full-time maternity cover
What You’ll Be Doing
- Taking full classroom teaching responsibility for a mixed Reception to Year 2 class
- Planning and delivering engaging lessons across the EYFS and KS1 curriculum
- Supporting children's learning and development across a range of ages and abilities
- Creating structured, creative and age-appropriate learning activities
- Establishing positive classroom routines and managing behaviour effectively
- Differentiating lessons to meet individual learning needs
- Supporting early development, communication, literacy and numeracy skills
- Creating a safe, inclusive and encouraging classroom environment
- Monitoring pupil progress and adapting teaching to support development
- Building positive relationships with pupils, parents and school staff
- Working collaboratively with the wider school team to maintain continuity of learning
You’ll Be a Good Fit If You...
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Have experience teaching in a primary school setting
- Are confident teaching across EYFS and Key Stage 1
- Have experience or an interest in working with younger primary-aged children
- Can plan and deliver engaging, creative and well-structured lessons
- Have strong classroom and behaviour management skills
- Are adaptable and comfortable teaching a mixed-age class
- Can support children with different abilities and developmental needs
- Are organised, reliable and confident taking full classroom responsibility
- Can build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues
- Are available for full-time work in Darwen from January 2027 for at least six months
Primary Teacher - Maternity Cover - Reception to Year 2 - Darwen - Full Time employer: Humly
Humly is an exceptional employer that values flexibility and work-life balance, allowing Nursery Practitioners to choose their own hours while earning competitive pay. With a supportive work culture focused on professional development, employees have access to both permanent positions and opportunities for growth within the early years sector in the vibrant South Hampshire region. Join us to make a meaningful impact on children's lives in a nurturing environment that prioritises safety and engagement.
