Teacher of English (Maternity cover)
The Barnes Wallis Academy, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN4 4PN11 days remaining to apply
Job start date
5 January 2026
Closing date
7 November 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
3 September 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual) M1 - UPS 3 FTE £32,916 - £51,048
Teacher of English (Maternity cover) job summary
About the role,
Barnes Wallis Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and creative English Teacher to join our thriving English department on a Full time Fixed Term maternity cover basis. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about bringing literature and language to life, inspiring a love of reading and writing in all students. You will be instrumental in delivering our dynamic curriculum, which prioritises both academic excellence and critical thinking. If you are dedicated to inspiring young minds and creating a positive learning experience, we invite you to apply.
About our Academy
At Barnes Wallis Academy, we are committed to providing a world class education for all of our students, academically and pastorally. We set high standards and expectations for our students and staff, demonstrated by our “Personal best, no excuses” philosophy. We believe in rigorously and consistently enforcing traditional basic standards of uniform, presentation and respect. This, in turn, ensures we create a positive climate for learning in which every student can reach their full potential. Our Academy is a calm, orderly and purposeful environment where students enjoy their learning, make good progress and We aim to give our students unrivalled opportunities and expect them to be fully involved in our Academy life and community, delivering their best in lessons and taking part in the extra-curricular opportunities we offer. Our curriculum is unashamedly academic and students are encouraged to do their best at all times. We are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and our curricular and support teams are determined to deliver the highest quality teaching and learning experience where the needs of all our pupils are effectively met. Our pastoral support is outstanding and is a key feature of our caring, community ethos, where we encourage our students to develop into well-rounded young adults who are prepared for life beyond the Academy.
Who we are looking for
A dedicated individual with drive and enthusiasm , well-motivated, enthusiastic and prepared to work hard. Good organisation and time management skills, have high expectations of what students can achieve. Be fully supportive of the aims and ethos of a successful Academy, able to develop and co-ordinate a sustainable strategy towards extra curriculum activities. A commitment to promoting equality and diversity, providing an inclusive and co-operative environment in which all students and individuals working for and on behalf of the organisation feel respected and able to give of their best.
Salary & Benefits
- Pay scale - M1 - UPS3 £32916 - £51048
- Access to Teachers’ Pension Scheme
- CPD including Senior Leader and Knowledge Development Courses
- Enhanced ECT Scheme including ongoing coaching and mentoring for all teachers
- Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
- Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
- Awards and Recognition Scheme
- Flexible working patterns
- Benefits Platform : Health & Wellbeing Programme : Cycle to Work Scheme
About The David Ross Education Trust
The David Ross Education Trust’s mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.
We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.
We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.
Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.
Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 36 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.
We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.
Apply now
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Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.
The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.
The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.
All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance
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.
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About The Barnes Wallis Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 509 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Barnes Wallis Academy website
We are pleasantly situated within the villages of Coningsby and Tattershall and our aim is to be the heartbeat of these villages. Our size undoubtedly helps to create a strong feeling of togetherness that contributes to the ease of relationships between students, parents and staff.
Barnes Wallis Academy has excellent facilities that all our students benefit from. We have well resourced classrooms and specialist teaching rooms. In addition we have four ICT suites and extensive sports facilities.
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