JOIN OUR TEAMChesterton Primary School is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Cover Teacher to join our dedicated team from September 2025. This permanent position, working 4 days per week, is also suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking to develop their skills in a supportive environment.The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting teaching and learning across the school, delivering high-quality lessons and ensuring continuity of education in the absence of class teachers. This is a great opportunity to be part of a welcoming and supportive school community that values collaboration and continuous development.Job title: Cover Teacher
Location: Chesterton Primary School
Contract: Permanent, 4 days per week
Salary:Main Pay Scale - £25,320.00 - £34,885.60 - Annually, Actual
Closing Date: 9:00am, Friday 4th July 2025
About Us:At Chesterton Primary School we have a clear vision and determination to ensure all children are in receipt of high-quality teaching and learning, make good progress and achieve true potential. In partnership with our families and community we strive for excellence and have a relentless drive for school improvement. Our aim is to provide a caring, nurturing, stimulating, exciting and safe learning environment.
At the heart of our Trust are five core values that shape our culture and guide every aspect of our work. They influence our interactions, decisions and strategic direction, and they unite our school communities. Whilst each of our schools works as a collaborative part of our larger organisation, they are also managed locally by our skilled leaders and local governing bodies. This approach ensures that each school retains its unique personality and reflects the needs of its local community, while the future sustainability of the school is guaranteed to be exceptional by being part of a strong and effective Multi-Academy Trust.
We are looking for someone who:- Is a qualified teacher (QTS) or an Early Career Teacher
- Has a flexible and adaptable approach to teaching across different year groups
- Is passionate about delivering engaging and effective lessons
- Works well as part of a team and is committed to the school's values and ethos
- Is reliable, organised, and proactive
Why Join Us?- Access to the Vivup Benefit System
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Access to Teacher Pension
- Extensive support and development opportunities
If you wish to discover more about this exciting opportunity, then please contact Victoria Storey, Headteacher, vstorey@chestertonprimary.org or by 'phone 01223 728392
The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.
The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 6 months' probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.
We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.