Year 3 Teacher - Maternity Cover

Year 3 Teacher (Maternity Cover)Epsom and Ewell, SurreyFull-Time June 2026 - July 2026 No Planning

An outstanding primary school in Ewell & Epsom area is seeking a dedicated and nurturing Year 3 Class Teacher to join their KS1 team on a temporary maternity cover contract after May half term.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a highly regarded school known for its strong values, inclusive ethos, and commitment to excellence in the London and Surrey border. The school provides a warm, welcoming environment where children are supported to flourish both academically and personally.

About the School

This is a large, well-regarded primary school with a friendly and supportive atmosphere. It has an "outstanding" Ofsted reputation, with inspectors highlighting its high expectations, strong teaching, and the way pupils achieve well academically . The school focuses on creating an engaging, creative curriculum with lots of extracurricular activities, and it aims to develop well-rounded, confident learners in a safe and inclusive environment.

Staff benefit from:

• A welcoming and supportive whole-school community
• A strong Catholic ethos with clear values at the heart of school life
• An experienced and collaborative Early Years team
• A full-time, experienced Teaching Assistant within the Reception class
• Well-resourced indoor and outdoor learning environments
• Supportive and approachable leadership
• Engaged and respectful pupils and families

The Role

As a Year 3 Teacher, you will:

• NO planning involved, but expected to deliver engaging lessons aligned with the Year 3 curriculum
• Marking pupils work
• Supports pupils' transition from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 2
• Teaches core subjects including English, maths, and science
• Assesses and tracks pupil progress, adapting lessons to meet different needs
• Creates a positive, inclusive, and safe classroom environment
• Manages classroom behaviour effectively using clear expectations
• Provides feedback to pupils to support improvement
• Works closely with teaching assistants and other staff
• Communicates with parents about pupil progress and wellbeing

What the School Is Looking For

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Proven experience teaching Year 3
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
• Experience delivering phonics, ideally using Little Wandle
• A nurturing, patient, and enthusiastic teaching style
• Strong classroom organisation and behaviour management skills

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply or get in touch to find out more:

Contact Lauren

Interviews will be arranged ASAP.