Job Description

Year 4 Class Teacher

Maternity Cover

Temporary (3rd November 2025 - 31st August 2026)

Rivers Primary Academy is a popular two form entry primary school situated in the heart of Blakenall, Walsall. We serve a diverse community and believe that each and every one of our children should be supported to reach their personal and academic potential.


We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in which to work where children and the community are at the heart of all we do. We are seeking to appoint a committed, and talented teacher to ensure all our children thrive. Forming part of Windsor Academy Trust, Rivers Primary Academy is an exciting, dynamic place to work that can offer great opportunities for further career development.


We can offer you:

Enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn A talented staff team who are committed to being extraordinary A supportive leadership team who are focused on unlocking the academic and personal potential of staff and pupils A strong pastoral team Supportive parents Continuous high quality, bespoke professional development Opportunities to work with other schools in our Trust Outstanding facilities in a new school building and 121 devices provided to all KS2 children



We are looking for a teacher who:

Puts our children at the heart of everything and will inspire our children to aspire Is an excellent practitioner, who has high expectations of themselves and others Is an excellent role model for all Has the resilience and determination to thrive in an environment that supports continuous school improvement Is a team player with a positive attitude



Visits to the school are welcomed. If you would like to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Lauren Bennett, PA to Headteacher lbennett@rivers.windsoracademytrust.org.uk.

Closing date: Friday 26th September

Interview date: Tuesday 30th September