Teacher

Waddington All Saints Academy, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 9NX

12 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  16 November 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  24 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £34069 - £43529

Teacher job summary

Teacher - Reception

Maternity Cover- full or part time considered for the right candidate, temporary position.

Start Date: January 2026 or as soon as possible

This post would be suitable for an exceptional and driven ECT up to M5.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed teacher to join our ambitious and talented Reception team, from January 2026, to cover a maternity leave. This is an exciting opportunity for a hardworking, passionate practitioner to develop their knowledge, skills and experience within a forward-thinking, innovative and ambitious school.

As a designated DfE RISE Reception Lead Network School, we are recognised for the strength of our Early Years provision and our commitment to sharing effective practice beyond our academy. The successful candidate will become part of a highly skilled and collaborative team, contributing to the ongoing development of exemplary Reception practice and engaging in professional dialogue with colleagues both within and beyond the school.

This role provides a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of reception education, work alongside experienced practitioners, and contribute to sector-leading practice that supports exceptional outcomes for all children. You will be part of a research-informed, outward-facing culture that values innovation, collaboration and continual professional growth.

At Waddington All Saints Academy, part of the L.E.A.D. Academy Trust, you will join a thriving and inclusive school community that is relentless in its DRIVE for Excellence. Serving a vibrant community that includes both a busy village and a significant RAF base, we are committed to ensuring every child receives the very best start to their educational journey and is inspired to achieve their full potential.

Candidate Visits: Monday 9th November @ 4pm, Thursday 12th November @ 4pm.

Closing Date: Monday 16th November @ 8am

Interviews planned for: Thursday 19th & Friday 20th November

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 Waddington All Saints Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 372 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Waddington All Saints Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/waddington-all-saints-academy

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