EYFS Maternity Cover
Ancaster CofE Primary School, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG32 3QQThis job expired on 13 May 2026 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
13 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
30 April 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years
Working pattern
- Full time: Monday to Friday - full time
Contract type
- Fixed term - For the duration of the maternity leave - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- M1 to M6
What skills and experience we're looking for
Maternity Cover – Ancaster Church of England Primary School
Main Scale teacher – Foundation Stage Specialist – Salary range M1 £32916 to M6 £45352
Required for September 2026
An exciting opportunity to work within a single age group, EYFS class has arisen due to a maternity leave. The Governors are seeking to appoint a temporary EYFS specialist teacher for a September 2026 start.
We are looking for EYFS Teachers who is passionate about providing children with the best start in school life and will relish the chance to continue to help shape provision in our school.
You will have an excellent understanding of foundational knowledge and how to ensure it is embedded in Early Years. You will create a high quality, stimulating learning environment that ensures there is a wide range of EYFS provision. Outdoor learning is central to our EYFS class, and you will have the opportunity to think creatively and create a learning environment that meets the specific needs of our new cohort of children. High quality communication and an ability to foster oracy skills in all children through classroom talk will be key to your success. You will be supported by an experienced leadership team, keen to help you achieve excellent outcomes.
Key Responsibilities: Plan and deliver high quality lessons and adult lead activities Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and colleagues Provide clear direction to teaching assistants supporting the class Foster a warm, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment including outdoor provision Support all children’s needs including academic and social and emotional development. Assessment of baseline and Early Learning Goals
You will need: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Experience in Early Years education A commitment to supporting SEND and vulnerable children A nurturing, patient, inclusive environment A desire to support and contribute to the Christian ethos of a church school Excellent communication and teamwork skills Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
What the school offers its staff
Supportive staff team and school community
On going CPD
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
About Ancaster CofE Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained schools, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 197 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ancaster CofE Primary School website
- Email address
- vacancies@ancaster.lincs.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01400 230871
Ofsted – Good, December 2022
SIAMS – Good, July 2023
Are you a talented and enthusiastic teacher?
Can you inspire our children to love learning?
Do you want to 'be the best you can be' and bring out the best in others?
This is an exciting opportunity join our fantastic staff team. Ancaster CofE Primary School is a one form entry school in Lincolnshire, between Grantham and Sleaford. We attract children from our village and the surrounding area.
Arranging a visit to Ancaster CofE Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email vacancies@ancaster.lincs.sch.uk.
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