Website Zest Education
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: December 2025 (with potential for extension)
Location: Lichfield, Staffordshire
Pay: Competitive daily rate
Contract Type: Full-time (Fixed Term)
Zest Education is proud to be working with a welcoming and well-respected primary school in Lichfield, Staffordshire, to recruit an enthusiastic and dedicated Class Teacher to join their team from October 2025 until the end of the Autumn term – with the potential for the role to be extended into 2026.
This is a vibrant and inclusive two-form entry primary school, praised for its nurturing ethos and strong sense of community. Located in the heart of Lichfield, the school places a strong emphasis on pupil well-being, academic achievement, and creative teaching practices. With a supportive leadership team and a focus on professional development, it’s a fantastic environment for both early career and experienced teachers alike.
You will take full class teacher responsibility for a Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2 class (year group based on experience and preference), including delivering, and assessing lessons in line with the national curriculum. You will also be expected to contribute to the wider life of the school, including attending staff meetings and supporting with parents’ evenings if required.
This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher looking to make a real impact in a school that values teamwork, creativity, and high expectations.
Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Have previous primary teaching experience
Be passionate about creating engaging and inclusive learning environments
Have excellent behaviour management skills
Be confident in assessing pupils’ progress and differentiating instruction
Show strong communication and interpersonal abilities
Be reliable, proactive, and committed to pupils’ development
A competitive rate of pay, paid weekly
A dedicated consultant who understands your needs and local area
Access to a wide range of opportunities in Staffordshire and the West Midlands
Ongoing support throughout your placement
If you’re a dedicated teacher looking for a fulfilling new opportunity in a supportive and friendly school environment, we would 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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