KS2 Primary Teacher – Full-Time Maternity Cover.

Job Description

KS2 Primary Teacher – Full-Time Maternity Cover

Location: Crawley, West Sussex
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Full-time, maternity cover
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Exciting KS2 Teaching Opportunity in Crawley!

We are currently recruiting for a passionate and dedicated KS2 Primary Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Crawley on a full-time maternity cover basis, starting in January 2027.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher to join a supportive school environment, inspire young learners and make a real difference to pupils’ academic progress and personal development.

We are keen to hear from experienced Key Stage 2 teachers as well as confident ECTs who are looking for their next teaching opportunity.

The Role

  • Plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with the KS2 National Curriculum.
  • Create a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.
  • Differentiate lessons to meet the needs and abilities of all pupils.
  • Monitor and assess pupil progress, providing feedback to support learning.
  • Maintain effective classroom management and promote positive behaviour.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues, teaching assistants and parents.
  • Support pupils’ academic, social and emotional development throughout the school year.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or is an eligible Early Career Teacher.
  • Has experience teaching Key Stage 2, ideally within a mainstream primary school.
  • Is confident delivering engaging lessons across the primary curriculum.
  • Has strong classroom management and organisational skills.
  • Is reliable, adaptable and committed to providing high-quality teaching.
  • Can build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents.

What’s on Offer?

  • A full-time teaching position starting in January 2027.
  • A maternity cover opportunity within a welcoming Crawley primary school.
  • The chance to make a positive impact on pupils’ learning and development.
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.

Interested?

If you are a motivated KS2 teacher looking for a full-time opportunity from January, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today to find out more about this opportunity in Crawley.

All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding and safer recruitment checks.

Job Details

Date Posted

October 20, 2026

Location

Crawley

Office

South Coast

Starting Salary

££34,068 - £46,937

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