Job Introduction
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Closing date: Friday 16th October 2026
Shortlisting date: Friday 16th October 2026
Interview date: Monday 19th October 2026
Job Start Date: Monday January 4th 2027
Contract/Hours: Temporary (Maternity Cover), Full-time
Key Stage: Year 3 and 4 mixed aged class of around 30 pupils.
Salary: Main Pay Scale
Hours of Work: Full Time (though there may be some flexibility)
Location of Role: Lewknor Church of England Primary School
Contact e-mail address: office.3184@lewknor.oxon.sch.uk
Job/Person Summary
Not suitable for ECTs.
Lewknor Church of England Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed teacher to cover a maternity position in our Year 3 & 4 mixed age class from January 2027 to the
Ideally, we would like a teacher to work 5 full days a week but there may be some flexibility for potential candidates who are interested in part-time work.
We are committed to high standards and achievement for all pupils and we aim to give every child the very best start to their education through lively and engaging teaching using an exciting, broad and balanced curriculum. We want our children to enjoy a wide range of experiences which bring the curriculum to life and make learning active, meaningful and relevant.
We are looking for someone who is:
· Strong with SEND pupils.
· Keen to teach Year 3 and 4 level. A mixed age group class of around 30 pupils.
· Excellent in the classroom, with an outstanding ability to engage and enthuse children
· Able to challenge, support and motivate all children to achieve high standards
· Open to new ideas and willing to commit to new initiatives
· Eager to take a full and active part in all aspects of our school community
· A positive and empathetic communicator with pupils, parents and staff
· Naturally positive and a fun team player – with a great sense of humour
In return, we can offer you the opportunity to:
· Teach well-behaved, highly motivated children who are keen to develop their own learning
· Work within a school community that is proud of its achievements and well-motivated to continue to develop further
· Work within a supportive team
· The chance to achieve something exceptional.
Application Procedure
Visits to the school prior to application are encouraged and will be warmly welcomed. The Headteacher would be delighted to meet you and talk about the opportunity.
Please contact the school office by emailing office.3184@lewknor.oxon.sch.uk to receive an application information pack or to make an appointment to visit. Application forms are also available on our school website.
Please send completed applications to the same email address.
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Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.