Year 3 Teacher – Maternity Cover – Newham

Milk Education are recruiting for a Year 3 Teacher to cover a maternity leave on a full-time basis, starting ASAP following successful trials. This Year 3 Teacher role is a year-long contract running until February half term 2027, offering stability and continuity within a supportive primary school. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Year 3 Teacher who is confident delivering the KS2 curriculum and making a positive impact on pupil progress.

The Year 3 Teacher position is suitable for both experienced teachers and confident practitioners seeking strong Education and Training exposure within a well-structured school environment. You will be joining a welcoming and inclusive primary school that places a strong emphasis on high standards, pupil wellbeing, and professional development. The school offers excellent Education and Training, and Milk Education are proud to support your journey with ongoing guidance and access to high-quality Education and Training throughout the placement.

What You’ll Be Doing in the Role:

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons as a Year 3 Teacher
• Assessing, tracking, and reporting on pupil progress
• Creating a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment
• Working collaboratively with staff and supporting whole-school initiatives

Essential Qualifications:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching in KS2 (Year 3 desirable)
• Strong classroom management and organisation skills
• A proactive, enthusiastic, and committed approach

Benefits to YOU:

• Excellent rates of pay!
• Speedy registration process & fast track compliance.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• 5-Star rated with over 3000 reviews across Google & Facebook!
• Exclusive school & trust partnerships.
• Access to our FREE Perks Portal, where you’ll find exclusive access to a range of discounts.
• Follow your progress pathway with access to 1000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy!
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook and access to our wellbeing hub, featuring CPD courses and health & fitness modules!
• School Preparation Pack – be ready for your school placements!
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone.
• Our Unbottled division brings lived-experience speakers into schools, covering stigmatised topics such as mental health, discrimination, and exploitation.
• Join the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency!

Milk Education is a purpose-driven teaching supply agency, focused on putting educators first. We’re committed to finding high-quality teaching talent and supporting schools across the U.K. Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines. Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.