Junior School Teacher (Maternity Cover) in Bedford

Junior School Teacher (Maternity Cover)

To start January 2027

Part time, Fixed term contract until the end of the Summer Term.

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About Bedford Girls’ School

At Bedford Girls’ School, we believe in empowering our students to become confident, compassionate, and accomplished individuals who aspire to change the world around them. We achieve outstanding academic excellence and are dedicated to offering a truly holistic education.

About the Role

Bedford Girls’ School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Junior School Teacher to join our vibrant and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding teacher to inspire, nurture and challenge our pupils to achieve their full potential - academically, socially and personally.

We are looking for someone who holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or is working towards it and has proven experience of successful teaching across Key Stage 2. Experience or knowledge of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) and transdisciplinary learning would be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, teach, assess and monitor pupils’ progress to ensure high standards of learning and achievement.
• Create a positive, stimulating and well-organised classroom environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver the agreed curriculum and contribute to the development of innovative teaching practices.
• Support the wellbeing of pupils, fostering an inclusive and nurturing atmosphere where every girl feels valued and confident.
• Participate in the wider life of the school through extra-curricular activities, trips and events.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and contribute to whole-school initiatives.

Why Join Us

Be part of an outstanding forward-looking school who have an ambitious vision to develop the next generation of creative thinkers, change-makers and problem-solvers. Become a member of a friendly inclusive community which values its employees, offering opportunities for professional development and growth. We offer a wide range of benefits including, excellent pension scheme, life insurance, hospital surgical treatment insurance, and a cash plan scheme that includes a variety of wellbeing benefits.

Closing date: 9th October 2026 at 9am

Interview Date: 15th October 2026

Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of suitable applicants.

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please email HR@harpurtrust.org.uk or ring 01234 369500.

At Bedford Girls’ School, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We believe that a diverse team enriches our school community and helps us better meet the needs of our students.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Bedford Girls' School is part of The HarpurTrust.

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