At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire and motivate Year 5 students while covering maternity leave.
- Company: Join the friendly team at Manor Primary School.
- Benefits: Supportive staff, excellent resources, and a positive working environment.
- Other info: Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare is essential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives and grow your teaching career.
- Qualifications: Experience or Early Career Teacher status with strong classroom management skills.
The predicted salary is between 29420 - 35958 £ per year.
Manor Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, committed and inspiring teacher to join our friendly and supportive team from January 2027. This is an opportunity to teach a Year 5 class in our welcoming school while covering maternity leave. The appointment is expected to run until at least the end of the summer term 2027, subject to the substantive teacher’s return and the terms of the fixed‑term contract. Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Appropriate induction arrangements will be confirmed with the successful candidate, where applicable.
We are looking for someone who:
- Inspires and motivates all children to achieve their best
- Is an excellent role model with high expectations of learning and behaviour
- Demonstrates effective classroom management and inclusive, high‑quality teaching
- Works collaboratively with colleagues and communicates effectively with parents and carers
- Has strong interpersonal and organisational skills
- Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children
We offer:
- A happy, high‑performing school with polite, kind, highly motivated and well‑behaved children
- A friendly, supportive and professional staff team
- Excellent resources and up‑to‑date facilities
- Governors and leaders who have “a clear and ambitious vision for the school” (Ofsted 2024)
- A positive and collaborative working environment
Closing date: Monday 30 November 2026 at 4:00pm
Interviews: Tuesday 8 December 2026
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016; the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for the role. Manor Primary School is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds. Manor Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to appropriate safer‑recruitment and pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list information, a prohibition from teaching check, satisfactory references, verification of identity, qualifications and right to work, and other checks as applicable. Shortlisted candidates may be subject to an online search in accordance with the school’s safer‑recruitment procedures.
Year 5 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) Ref. TV19326 in Walsall employer: Walsall Council
Walsall Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff. As a Residential Childcare Worker, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children in care while benefiting from competitive pay, including additional compensation for sleep-ins, and access to ongoing training and professional growth within a dedicated team environment.
