Class Teacher (maternity cover)

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Hales Valley Multi Academy Trust is a primary academy trust, based in Dudley, West Midlands. We currently consist of seven very different primary schools, ensuring that our Trust is a diverse and exciting place to work and learn.

We put our children at the heart of everything we do and are dedicated to providing them with an enriching curriculum, underpinned by our overall commitment to high standards across the board.

We value our staff and ensure that they are well supported and trained. We have a continual professional development guarantee that provides a clear career pathway of training and opportunities for all staff at all levels.

Our family of schools work closely together, ensuring that staff and children benefit from sharing the excellent practice that exists across the Trust. Our schools are well supported by the Board of Directors and the Trust Central team.

We believe that we are stronger together - all schools sharing capacity, resources and expertise. We believe that collaboration is fundamental to providing the best learning opportunities through a meaningful curriculum where children and adults acquire the knowledge, skills and positive attitudes to prepare and strengthen them for their role in society: today, tomorrow and in the future. We support and care for each other, especially when things go wrong; we are a family.

This role provides you with an opportunity to join our family to improve outcomes for children. If you are interested in finding out more please do get in touch - we would be very happy to meet with you.

Gig Mill Primary School is a vibrant and nurturing learning community where children flourish academically, socially and emotionally. Since joining Hales Valley Trust in March 2024, we have continued to build on our commitment to excellence, collaboration and opportunity for every child.

Set within beautiful extensive grounds, including woodland and wildlife areas, Gig Mill provides an inspiring environment where children feel safe, valued and motivated to succeed. Our motto, ‘Together we care, together we succeed’, reflects our strong sense of community, high expectations and belief that every child can thrive.

Our ambitious and engaging curriculum provides strong foundations in English and Maths alongside rich experiences that encourage curiosity, independence and a lifelong love of learning.

We are proud to offer some fantastic facilities and specialist provision, including our on-site swimming pool, a 12-place Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Resource Base, and our own Nursery and Early Years provision with spacious indoor and outdoor learning environments.

At Gig Mill, we are proud to provide a welcoming, inclusive and exciting place for children to learn, grow and achieve their very best.

We are a values-led school, with our values driving our decision making

The Role : Class Teacher (maternity cover)

HVT Reference : HVT0807

We are looking to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic Class Teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will be appointed on the Teachers' Main Pay Scale on a Fixed Term Contract.

If you are passionate about teaching, work well as part of a team, and have the energy, commitment and enthusiasm needed to ensure our pupils achieve their full potential, then we would love to hear from you.

We offer a comprehensive induction programme and excellent opportunities for continuous professional development to support you at every stage of your career.

In return, you will join a supportive and dedicated staff team, work with children who are eager to learn, and teach within a positive and stimulating school environment.

This is a Full Time Role. You will be working 32.5 hours per week.

Hales Valley Trust would like to hear from you if you are someone who:

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations of yourself and others.
• Is passionate about enabling every child to achieve success.
• Is a caring and committed professional.
• Has a clear understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Has a dynamic, creative and innovative approach to teaching and learning.
• Has high expectations of attainment, achievement and behaviour.
• Brings energy, enthusiasm and a positive outlook to the role.
• Is committed to enriching children's experiences through extra-curricular activities.
• Works collaboratively and effectively as part of a team.

We can offer you:

• Highly motivated and supportive staff.
• A strong leadership team focused on securing the very best outcomes for our children.
• Children who value learning and supportive parents who work in partnership with the school.
• A culture that values staff wellbeing and professional development.
• A stimulating and engaging learning environment.
• A competitive salary.
• Generous benefits, including pension, holiday entitlement and discounted fees at Trust schools.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme to support your health and wellbeing.
• Networking, collaboration and career development opportunities across the Trust.
• Free Flu Voucher

For more information about this role please see attached job description and person specification.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Mrs A Payne via [email removed]

Closing Date: 15th October 2026 - Midday

Shortlisting: 15th October 2026

Interviews: Thursday 22nd October

All applicants short listed will be required to take part in a lesson observation and a formal interview.

Additional Information:

Hales Valley Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974