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Primary Teacher

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Primary Teacher – Burton (Start: January 2026)

Location: Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire
Start Date: After Christmas – Spring Term 2026
Contract: Full-time, with the possibility of extension
Salary: Competitive daily rate (paid to scale)

Zest Education is delighted to be working in partnership with a vibrant and welcoming primary school in Burton, who are seeking a qualified Primary Teacher to join their enthusiastic team from January 2026 for the Spring term. This exciting role offers the chance to make a real impact in a school that truly values its staff and promotes an inspiring environment for learning and growth.

About the School

Situated in a friendly community on the outskirts of Burton, the school is known for its inclusive ethos and strong sense of teamwork. Both staff and pupils share a love of learning, and as a result, the atmosphere is warm, supportive, and forward-thinking. Moreover, the school benefits from excellent leadership, a dedicated support network, and a genuine commitment to professional development—ensuring that every teacher is equipped to succeed.

About the Role

As part of this role, you will take on full classroom teaching responsibilities within Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2, depending on your experience and preference. You will not only plan and deliver engaging lessons but also nurture curiosity and creativity in your pupils, helping them to achieve their full potential. Furthermore, you’ll work collaboratively with fellow teachers and support staff to maintain high standards of teaching and learning across the school.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Planning, preparing, and delivering high-quality, differentiated lessons that meet the needs of all learners.

  • Monitoring and assessing pupil progress, providing constructive feedback and maintaining accurate records.

  • Creating a positive, engaging classroom environment that encourages participation and confidence.

  • Working effectively with colleagues, parents, and carers to promote each child’s development.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent internationally recognised qualification.

  • Proven experience teaching within a primary school setting.

  • A strong understanding of the national curriculum and effective teaching strategies.

  • Excellent classroom management and communication skills.

  • A positive, enthusiastic attitude and a genuine passion for helping children thrive.

  • A firm commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils.

Why Choose Zest Education?

At Zest Education, we believe that finding the right role should be a smooth and rewarding process. Therefore, when you join us, you’ll benefit from:

  • A competitive rate of pay and a transparent payment structure.

  • Access to additional teaching opportunities across Burton and the wider Staffordshire area.

  • Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated education consultant.

  • A straightforward registration process with full assistance at every stage.


Ready to take the next step?
If you’re a motivated and passionate Primary Teacher eager to make a difference in a fantastic Burton school, 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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