Year 4 Teacher (MAT Cover) – Easter Start | Croydon Primary

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and committed Year 4 Teacher (MAT Cover) to join a welcoming and well-respected primary school in Croydon from Easter. This vibrant school is seeking a passionate educator who can inspire curiosity, nurture confidence, and deliver engaging lessons to a lively and enthusiastic Year 4 class. If you are a skilled primary practitioner who thrives in a supportive environment and wants to make an immediate impact, this Year 4 Teacher (MAT Cover) role offers a rewarding and meaningful challenge.

Joining as a Year 4 Teacher (MAT Cover), you will step into a well-organised classroom within a nurturing school community known for its strong leadership and positive learning culture. Staff work collaboratively, pupils demonstrate excellent attitudes to learning, and the curriculum is thoughtfully designed to develop confident, well-rounded learners. This Croydon school places a strong emphasis on professional development, meaning the incoming Year 4 Teacher (MAT Cover) will be supported by experienced colleagues and a proactive leadership team committed to staff success.

Key Highlights:

• Year 4 Teacher (MAT Cover) – full-time maternity cover starting Easter • Outer London M1–M4: £36,413 – £46,525 depending on experience • Croydon – welcoming primary school with a Good Ofsted rating • Two-form entry primary school with strong KS2 outcomes • Supportive senior leadership team and collaborative teaching staff • Excellent CPD and professional development opportunities • Ideal for talented ECTs or experienced primary teachers • Well-resourced classrooms and engaged, well-behaved pupils

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Teaching a vibrant Year 4 class as the school’s dedicated Year 4 Teacher (MAT Cover) • Delivering engaging and well-structured lessons across the KS2 curriculum • Planning effectively to ensure strong progress for all pupils • Using assessment to monitor learning and support pupil development • Working closely with year group colleagues on shared planning and ideas • Creating a positive, inclusive classroom environment

Ideal Year 4 Teacher (MAT Cover) for this Croydon School:

• UK-trained primary teacher with QTS • Demonstrates Good or Outstanding teaching practice with strong references • Confident delivering the full Key Stage 2 curriculum • Positive, nurturing approach to pupil development and wellbeing • Strong classroom management and excellent communication skills • Reflective practitioner who thrives in a collaborative team

Why Join This Croydon School?

• Good Ofsted-rated primary school with a strong reputation locally • Supportive leadership team committed to staff wellbeing • Friendly, collaborative teaching staff across all year groups • Pupils who are enthusiastic, respectful, and eager to learn • Excellent resources and structured curriculum planning • A warm and inclusive school culture

How to Apply:

If you are an enthusiastic Year 4 Teacher (MAT Cover) ready to make a positive impact from Easter, this Croydon primary school would love to hear from you. Submit your CV to JobsinED today as interviews are being arranged immediately and strong applicants will be shortlisted quickly. xehkeey

This Year 4 Teacher (MAT Cover) opportunity offers a fantastic chance to gain valuable experience in a supportive Croydon primary school with a strong community ethos. Secure this rewarding teaching role today and join a school where both staff and pupils thrive