Child Development

1 week ago

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom Telford and Wrekin Council Full time

Required January 2026 Maternity Cover Burton Borough School is seeking an inspiring and committed Child Development and Humanities Teacher (maternity cover) to join our thriving team at a truly exciting time in our journey. Located in the picturesque market town of Newport, on the Shropshire/Staffordshire border, our school offers easy access to Shrewsbury, Stafford, Telford, and Wolverhampton-making it a perfect location for work-life balance. We are proud to be part of the Learning Community Trust, having joined in April 2024. This partnership places us within a forward-thinking, research-informed network of professionals, where collaboration and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. At Burton Borough, we live and breathe our values: ambitious for every student and every member of staff, proud of our inclusive culture and high standards, and caring in how we support, nurture, and challenge our learners. Our school sits at the heart of the Newport community, and we see it as our privilege to help every young person flourish. We believe every student deserves an exceptional education and we work tirelessly to make that a reality. Our Child Development and Humanities provision is built on a foundation of relevance, empathy, and academic rigour. We offer a well-sequenced and engaging curriculum that helps students understand the world around them, develop key life skills, and explore human behaviour, society, and culture. Our team is collaborative, passionate, and committed to helping students become thoughtful, informed, and responsible citizens. We are looking for a teacher who brings energy and enthusiasm to the classroom, has excellent subject knowledge across Child Development and Humanities, and delivers engaging and challenging lessons that inspire curiosity, empathy, and critical thinking. The successful candidate will join a team that values student voice, adaptive teaching, and learning beyond the classroom. We offer: A high-quality CPD programme through the Learning Community Trust An in-house coaching programme to support professional development A centralised behaviour system that empowers teachers and maintains high standards Robust pastoral and SLT support to ensure every student thrives A strong focus on career development Rich opportunities for extra-curricular involvement and community engagement Burton Borough School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS clearance. If you're ready to make a real impact in a school that values ambition, pride, and care—and where your professional development is genuinely supported—we would love to hear from you. For further information, please visit our website at https://www.burtonborough.org.uk , or telephone 01952 951408 or email recruitment.bbs@lct.education. For daily updates and to see what we do, follow us on Facebook and Instagram @BurtonBorough Closure date: Tuesday 9th December 3.00 pm Interview Date: Thursday 11th December 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr

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