Website Zest Education
Class Teacher – Primary School – Derby
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Temporary
Location: Derby
Salary: Competitive rate of pay
Zest Education is currently working with a vibrant and inclusive primary school in Derby, who are seeking a Class Teacher to join their team from October until the end of the Autumn term, with the possibility of an extension.
This friendly and community-focused school is known for its welcoming atmosphere and supportive leadership team. Staff work collaboratively to create a positive and engaging learning environment where all children are encouraged to achieve their full potential. With a strong emphasis on pastoral care and pupil wellbeing, the school is an excellent place to work and develop your teaching career.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Class Teacher to take responsibility for a class (year group to be confirmed based on your experience and school requirements). You will be expected to plan and deliver lessons in line with the national curriculum, manage classroom behaviour effectively, and assess and support pupils’ learning and development.
This role is ideal for someone seeking a short-term teaching opportunity with the flexibility and potential to continue beyond the initial contract.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Recent experience teaching in a UK primary school
Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
The ability to engage and motivate pupils of all abilities
Excellent communication and organisational skills
A passion for primary education and a commitment to pupil progress
A competitive rate of pay
Opportunities for future placements in local schools across Derbyshire and the surrounding areas
Personalised support from a dedicated education consultant
A professional and reliable service to help you find your ideal role
If you’re a dedicated primary teacher looking for a rewarding role in a supportive school environment, we’d love to hear from you.
If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Charlotte at charlotte@zesteducation.co.uk or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.
Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.
Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.
The role advertised is for temporary supply work.
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