Channing School - KS2 Form Teacher (Maternity Cover) with the possibility of KS2 Mathematics Lead

Summary

Channing Junior School is seeking an inspiring and committed KS2 Form Teacher (Maternity Cover) to join our welcoming and academically vibrant Junior School from April 2026.

Detail

This is a full-time role, offering the opportunity to teach across Key Stage 2 within a supportive and collaborative learning community.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the educational and pastoral development of the pupils in their form, delivering a rich and stimulating curriculum while fostering independence, curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. There is also the possibility for the right candidate to take on the role of KS2 Mathematics Lead, contributing to curriculum leadership and development across the key stage.

We are looking for a highly motivated teacher with excellent classroom practice, strong organisational skills, and a genuine commitment to the wellbeing and achievement of pupils. The successful candidate will be reflective, collaborative, and enthusiastic about contributing to the wider life of the school, including co-curricular activities and pastoral responsibilities.

Channing Junior School is an intellectually vibrant all-girls environment with a strong Unitarian ethos, where respect, responsibility, and independent thinking are central to school life. Staff benefit from excellent professional development opportunities and a culture of shared practice.

For further information, please refer to the Job Description document provided.

Hours

Full time

Start date: April 2026 (maternity cover, fixed-term until end of leave)

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on qualifications and experience

• Enrolment into the APTIS pension scheme (10% employer contribution)

• Laptop and iPad provided

• Free lunch and daily refreshments

• Use of school sports facilities when available

• Annual flu vaccination and Employee Assistance Programme

• Extensive CPD and INSET opportunities, with scope for professional progression

How to Apply

Please complete the TES application by clicking here. CVs will not be accepted in place of a completed application form.

Deadline for applications: 12pm, Wednesday, 25 February 2026

Interviews: Tuesday, 3 March 2026

Safeguarding commitment

Channing School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school follows a formal recruitment procedure in line with DfE guidance on Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education and the school’s Child Protection Policy. A copy of this procedure is available on request.

Subject to statutory provisions, no applicant will be treated less favourably than another on the grounds of a protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act. Ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration.

Documents

• Junior School Form Teacher of EY KS1 & KS2 Job Description (maternity cover) - Apr 2026 PDF Document