Job Introduction
Temporary / Fixed-Term 2 Days per Week (1 Day EYFS & 1 Day KS2)
Required for September 2026
Are you a versatile educator looking for a unique and varied role?
Under new leadership and embarking on an exciting journey of transformation, Sherborne St John C of E Primary is looking for an adaptable and inspiring Cover Teacher to join our team. This is a temporary role designed to provide high-quality consistency across two very different but equally vital areas of our school: one day in Early Years (EYFS) and one day in Key Stage 2 (KS2).
We are a progressive, inclusive and welcoming small school that blends a traditional village feel with a forward-thinking approach. If you thrive on variety and want to help shape the identity of a school on the move, we would love to hear from you.
We are looking for someone who is:
- Adaptable and Versatile: Equally comfortable facilitating play-based learning in Early Years as you are delivering a rigorous and challenging curriculum in KS2.
- An Outstanding Practitioner: Capable of stepping into different environments and immediately creating a unique, inclusive, and purposeful learning space.
- A Forward-Thinker: Someone who values progressive education and understands how to engage children at different developmental stages.
- Relationship-Driven: A calm, positive communicator who can quickly build rapport with pupils, staff and parents across the whole school.
- Highly Organised: Able to manage the transition between year groups efficiently while maintaining high standards of teaching and learning.
- Positive and Relational: Committed to high expectations of behaviour through a supportive, restorative approach.
- Flexible: Equipped with a good sense of humour and the ability to "hit the ground running" in a dynamic school environment.
In return, we can offer:
- A highly supportive staff team and dedicated support staff who will help you settle into both key stages.
- A genuine focus on your professional development (CPD), with the chance to gain experience across the full primary age range.
- A welcoming, inclusive atmosphere where your flexibility and well-being are truly valued.
- The chance to be part of a "journey" school during a pivotal time of transformation.
- Highly motivated and well-behaved children who are eager to learn.
Visit Us
We believe our school needs to be felt to be truly appreciated. We warmly welcome and encourage visits to meet our new Headteacher and see our journey in action.
How to Apply: Please contact the school office at w.hale@sherborne-st-john.hants.sch.uk to arrange a visit or to request an application pack.
Closing Date: Friday 24th April 2026
Interview Date: TBC (week beginning 27th April)
Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.