Location: St Francis C of E Primary School , Longfield, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 4SU, UK

Salary: MPS

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Education Phases: Primary;

Job Roles: Teacher;

Working Patterns: Full-Time;

Key Stagess: Ks1;

Application Deadline: Thursday, 22nd October 2026

Interview Date: Week commencing 9th November 2026

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Is a Shared Job: No

About us

Please navigate to the documents section at the bottom of this advert for the and person specification.

Advantages The successful candidate will:

- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
- Inspire children to develop confidence, curiosity and a love of learning.
- Have high expectations for all pupils and a commitment to helping every child achieve their potential.
- Deliver engaging, high-quality teaching that supports strong progress and positive outcomes.
- Create an inclusive and stimulating classroom environment where children feel safe, valued and supported.
- Build positive and professional relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
- Work collaboratively as part of a dedicated team and contribute to the wider life of the school.
- Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice.
- Share our commitment to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and supporting their wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver high-quality learning experiences that engage and support all pupils.
- Assess, monitor and record pupil progress, using assessment information to inform teaching and learning.
- Create a positive learning environment
- Adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including pupils with SEND
- Build positive partnerships with parents, carers and colleagues to support pupil achievement and wellbeing.
- Contribute to curriculum development and the wider life of the school.
- Participate fully in professional development, school events and team collaboration as required.




- Uphold the school's values and fulfil the professional duties set out in the Teachers' Standards.
- Safeguard and promote the welfare of all children and young people.

Kernow Learning is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and follows the Safer Recruitment process. The successful candidate will be expected to share this commitment and will be required to undertake checks including an enhanced disclosure through the DBS process, as well as prohibition, S128, and Social Media/online presence checks.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. If you require any part of the application pack in an alternative format, or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss your needs.

Unfortunately, we are not a sponsoring organisation for overseas candidates. This means that the successful candidate will need to possess the right to work in the UK or be able to secure the right to work in the UK independently.

For further information, or for support with the application process, please contact our HR Team on 01637 303106 or email [email protected].

Apply now at www.kernowlearning.co.uk/vacancies

Important Information

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should we receive a sufficient volume of suitable applications. Early applications are therefore encouraged however, if you require additional time to complete your application, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss this with you.

If this role is not quite the right fit, but you are interested in opportunities within one of our schools, we would love to hear from you. Please contact us to discuss current or future vacancies across the Trust. You can also view all current vacancies on our website.

Thank you for your interest in joining Kernow Learning. We wish you every success in your future career.

Desired Criteria

Essential Criteria

Please navigate to the documents section at the bottom of this advert for the and person specification. Documents

📌 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) (Cornwall)
🏢 St Francis CoE Primary School
📍 Cornwall