Class Teacher

Salary details: £ - £

tarting in September 2026

Are you a dedicated person who would like to make a difference to the children at Unstone?  Would you like the opportunity to join our collaborative team? 

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic class teacher to join our happy and caring school for a temporary one year contract, due maternity cover.
Unstone Schools Federation are two fabulous schools with wonderful children and an amazing, dedicated staff team.
We are looking for someone who:
• Is an effective and reflective classroom practitioner.
• Has high expectations for learning, behaviour, and achievement.
• Has successful experience of teaching mixed aged classes.
• Is committed to providing a safe, fun, engaging, and inclusive learning environment
• Works well as part of a supportive team
• Is committed to playing a full part in the wider life of a small village school.
• Has a strong understanding of safeguarding and child wellbeing
We offer:
• Happy, confident children who love coming to school
• Well-behaved pupils who are keen and enthusiastic
• Opportunities to develop professionally
• A positive and supportive staff team
• A clear safeguarding ethos
Please see the person specification for full details of essential and desirable criteria.

Our existing friendly team of talented teachers are committed to achieving the very best for our children and work collaboratively to secure this and ensure learning and fun is at the heart of what we do.

If you require any further information please contact the Headteacher Mrs Rachael Fowlds 01246 412096 or by email: info@unstone-st-marys.derbyshire.sch.uk 
Visits to the school are encouraged. Please contact school to arrange an appointment. 

Provisional Interview Date: 11 June 2026

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.