Reception/Year 1 Teacher Maternity Cover

Rimo Jobs; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Hykeham Community Primary School in Lincoln is seeking a Reception/Year 1 Teacher for maternity cover from January 2027. This temporary full-time role focuses on Early Years and Key Stage 1 within a small, nurturing school where relationships, creativity and high aspirations sit at the heart of everything we do.

We value enthusiastic, caring practitioners who can build strong foundations, promote learning through play, and collaborate with colleagues and families to ensure every child

Qualifications

• Has a genuine passion for teaching Reception and/or Key Stage 1, and understands early childhood development.
• Creates engaging, purposeful learning experiences that inspire curiosity and build strong foundations.
• Understands the importance of play, continuous provision and outdoor learning where appropriate.
• Builds warm, positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Promotes positive behaviour through clear expectations, consistency and nurturing relationships.
• Is reflective, adaptable and committed to ensuring every child makes progress.
• Enjoys working collaboratively and contributing to a supportive school team.

Responsibilities

• Teach Reception and/or KS1 to cover maternity leave.
• Create engaging learning experiences and foster curiosity.
• Collaborate with colleagues and families to support progress.

Skills

Passion for teaching Reception/KS1

Strong relationships with children and

Job description

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Reception/Year 1 Teacher Maternity Cover

Dependent on experience (pay scale)

Lincoln

• LN6 9PGTemporaryFull Time

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The South Hykeham Community Primary School

About The Role

At South Hykeham Community Primary School, we believe that being a small school means we can dream big. We are proud to be a welcoming, nurturing and ambitious school where every child is known, every achievement matters and every member of our team can make a real difference.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, caring and committed teacher to join our team from January 2027 to cover maternity leave. This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about Early Years and Key Stage 1, understands how young children learn and wants to be part of a school where relationships, creativity and high aspirations sit at the heart of everything we do.

We Are Looking For a Teacher Who

• Has a genuine passion for teaching Reception and/or Key Stage 1 children and understands early childhood development.
• Creates engaging, purposeful learning experiences that inspire curiosity and build strong foundations.
• Understands the importance of play, continuous provision and outdoor learning where appropriate.
• Builds warm, positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Promotes positive behaviour through clear expectations, consistency and nurturing relationships.
• Is reflective, adaptable and committed to ensuring every child makes progress.
• Enjoys working collaboratively and contributing to a supportive school team.