Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Salary: MPS pro rata

Hours of work: Part time 13 hours per week

Contract: Temporary (Maternity cover)

This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Palladian Academy Trust for further information.

A bit about us:

Westbury Leigh CE Primary School is a proud member of the Palladian Academy Trust, located on the edge of Westbury Town. As a large, modern school with spacious grounds, we provide an inspiring environment where children can thrive both academically and personally.

At Westbury Leigh, our ethos is simple but powerful: we aspire not to have more, but to be more. We believe every child has the potential to become the best version of themselves, motivated to learn, inspired by their experiences, and supported to achieve. We see our pupils as the future custodians of the world and strive to give them the courage, voice, and sense of responsibility to make a difference for the better.

All about the role:

Ready to inspire the next generation? We are seeking a dynamic, high-energy part time teacher for 2 days (13 hours) teacher to join our team starting in September 2026. This is a unique opportunity to step into a thriving classroom for a maternity cover role. Whether you are an experienced educator or an ambitious ECT looking for a supportive environment to launch your career, we want your passion and creativity.

The ideal candidate will be:

  • Passionate about creating engaging and memorable learning opportunities within a rich and inspiring curriculum.
  • Believe deeply that every child can succeed, flourish, and achieve.
  • Be a confident and effective classroom practitioner with high expectations and a reflective approach to teaching.
  • Can communicate clearly and build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families.
  • Bringing enthusiasm, creativity, proactivity and care to their practice.
  • Ambitious for themselves and others, committed to ongoing professional growth and whole-school improvement.
  • Supportive of the Christian ethos of our school.

In return, we offer:

  • A clear values-driven vision.
  • An inclusive and supportive school ethos.
  • A welcoming team commit
  • Strong professional development opportunities to support your growth.
  • A warm and engaged school community, with a comprehensive induction programme.
  • A rich outdoor learning environment, including a school farm.
  • Eco School recognition for our sustainability work.

If you are excited about joining a forward-thinking school that values creativity, collaboration, and high expectations, we would love to hear from you.

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Find out more and apply:

Please return all applications through the Palladian website:

https://www.palladianacademytrust.com/

Then go to 'work with us', then click on vacancies.

Visits to our school are welcomed, our children and staff would be delighted to meet you before the formal interview process.

Please telephone the school office on 01373 822230 or email WLPoffice@PalladianAcademyTrust.com to arrange a mutually convenient time. Please go to the vacancy details that are available on our website, where you will find a job description and this is also where you can submit your application.

Closing date (and time): 28th June 2026 12:00am

Interview date: Thursday 2nd July 2026

Commencement date: 1st September 2026

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must disclose all spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings that are not ‘protected’ under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 & 2020). An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.

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