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?? Year 3 Class TeacherContract: Full-time | Maternity Cover | February - July 2026 - likely to extend to September - December (Autumn Term)Location: South Croydon A well-regarded one-form-entry primary school in Croydon is seeking a committed and nurturing Year 3 Class Teacher to join them for the Spring and Summer Terms, on a maternity cover contract. This full-time classroom role sits within Lower Key Stage 2 (KS2), with a specific class who you will support from February until end of 2026. A competitive salary will be offered in line with experience via PAYE via Outer London MPS. Located in a leafy and well-connected part of Croydon, the school prides itself on its warm, child-centred ethos and supportive team. The headteacher is keen to appoint an enthusiastic teacher with a minimum of one year primary classroom experience, ideally between MPS1-MPS6, who can contribute positively to school life during this temporary post. Key Responsibilities Take full teaching responsibility for a Year 3 class Create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment Support pupils in developing key literacy and numeracy skills ahead of SATS assessments Assess, record, and report on pupils' progress, development, and wellbeing Collaborate with colleagues to plan and deliver high-quality, inspiring lessons Foster curiosity, independence, and a love of learning in children aged 7-8 years What the School Offers A friendly, inclusive school community with happy, motivated pupils Strong school values and a supportive, approachable leadership team Engag