Primary Class Teacher - Mat Leave Cover (from Aug 2025)

ROLE OVERVIEW

Primary Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Location: Dublin, Ireland
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (Maternity Leave Cover)
Start Date: August 2025

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Primary Class Teacher to join our outstanding team on a maternity leave cover basis from August 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive, internationally-minded environment where curiosity, creativity and a love of learning are celebrated.

You will play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching and learning in line with our IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), ensuring that each child is engaged, challenged, and supported in their learning journey.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, deliver and assess engaging, inquiry-based lessons aligned with the PYP framework

• Create a warm, inclusive classroom environment where all learners feel valued and supported

• Use formative and summative assessment to inform teaching and promote student progress

• Maintain open, professional communication with parents and carers

• Contribute to school life beyond the classroom, including events, trips and enrichment activities

• Work collaboratively with year group colleagues and the wider teaching team

• Safeguard the welfare of students and uphold the school’s core values

ABOUT YOU

You are a reflective and enthusiastic educator with a strong understanding of child development and primary pedagogy. You bring energy, flexibility and a team spirit, and are committed to helping every child reach their full potential.

Essential:

• A recognised primary teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, Bachelor of Education, Máster de Profesorado or equivalent)

• A degree from an accredited and government-recognised university

• Experience teaching in a primary classroom setting

• A growth mindset and commitment to professional learning

• Eligibility to work in the EU

Desirable:

• Experience with the IB PYP or inquiry-based learning

• Experience working in an international or bilingual school context

• Professional fluency in English

SAFE RECRUITMENT AND COMPLIANCE

Nord Anglia International School Dublin is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to:

• Enhanced Garda vetting (or national equivalent)

• Verification of qualifications and references

• Proof of identity and right to work in Ireland

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide original degree and teaching certificates. Providing false or misleading information may result in the withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment.