Reception Teacher

Wellesbourne CofE Primary School, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV35 9QG

10 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2026

• Closing date

  19 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  9 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £32.92 - £45.35 Annually (FTE)

Reception Teacher job summary

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Reception Teacher who is passionate about Early Years education and has a strong understanding of what young children need to thrive, both academically and emotionally. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated EYFS team, working closely with our Deputy Headteacher, the parallel Reception teacher and a team of highly skilled, supportive Teaching Assistants.

The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of child development, a commitment to creating an engaging and nurturing learning environment, and the ability to inspire a love of learning from the very start of a child's school journey. They will be a team player, keen to collaborate with colleagues and contribute to continually developing our outstanding EYFS provision.

Fosse Academy Trust

Welcome to Fosse Multi Academy Trust - a family of schools united by a shared commitment to excellence, inclusion, and opportunity for every learner.

As CEO, I’m proud to lead a Trust that places children and young people at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is simple but powerful: to nurture ambition, inspire curiosity, and empower each individual to thrive - academically, socially, and emotionally.

We are also deeply privileged to be part of the Coventry Diocese, which enriches our work with a strong foundation of Christian values, community spirit, and spiritual development, the golden thread that runs through our very special Trust. This partnership strengthens our vision and helps us foster environments where every child is known, loved, and encouraged to flourish.

Across our schools, you’ll find dedicated colleagues, vibrant communities, and a relentless drive to improve. We believe in collaboration over competition, and in the transformative power of education to change lives. Whether you’re a parent, student, colleague, or partner, your journey with us matters - and we’re excited to walk it with you.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and contractors to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices are followed for all roles, including appropriate background checks, references and right‑to‑work verification. Any appointment will be subject to satisfactory checks in line with our safeguarding policies and UK legislation.

Together, we’re building futures. Thank you for considering to be apart of the Fosse journey.

Wellesbourne C of E Primary School

Teacher Main Scale or UPS

Wellesbourne CE Primary School is a welcoming and ambitious two form entry school community where staff are supported to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference to children's learning, wellbeing and personal development. We are proud of our caring Christian ethos, high expectations and collaborative team culture, creating an environment where both pupils and staff can thrive and succeed together.

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Wellesbourne CofE Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 465 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Wellesbourne CofE Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/wellesbourne-cofe-primary-school

Wellesbourne is a ‘Good’ two form entry school (Ofsted Feb 2024) with its own Nursery, an ‘Excellent’ SIAMs report and is part of the Fosse Multi Academy Trust.

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