Reception Teacher

Academics

  • Yorkshire & the Humber
  • £820-1,300 per week
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 27 days ago
  • Apply easily
Reception Teacher - Long Term Maternity Cover - Doncaster - September 2025 to July 2026Are you a passionate Reception Teacher looking for a rewarding, long-term role where you'll feel fully supported every step of the way? Academics are proud to be working with a welcoming Primary School in Doncaster who are seeking a dedicated Reception Teacher to join them for a full academic year covering maternity leave, starting September 2025 until July 2026.This Reception Teacher position offers £820-£1,300 per week (based on £164-£260 per day), always paid PAYE - never via an umbrella company.Why choose Academics for your next Reception Teacher role?
  • Every consultant at Academics is an ex-teacher, meaning we truly understand classroom life and the needs of young learners.
  • You'll have a smooth transition into your school, with tailored support and expert guidance.
  • Our goal is to match you with a small group of core schools, so rather than being “the new face” every day, you return to places you love - building strong relationships with pupils and colleagues.
  • We've helped many teachers fall back in love with teaching by giving them control over their careers.
  • If you start a placement and it's not the right fit, we'll quickly find you another - no stress, no judgement.
Benefits of being a supply Reception Teacher with Academics:
  • Freedom to focus on teaching without the extra workload - no data drops, lesson observations, Ofsted preparation, or endless meetings.
  • Say goodbye to marking mountains - only minimal marking when necessary.
  • No after-hours emails or admin - enjoy your evenings and weekends again.
  • Flexibility to choose roles and schools that suit you.
  • Long term opportunities, like this maternity cover, that allow stability and relationship-building.
Additional pressures you can leave behind:
  • No constant curriculum changes to re-plan for.
  • No performance management targets.
  • No behaviour policy overhauls to navigate mid-year.
  • No juggling of multiple extracurricular duties.
At Academics, we believe teaching should be about the children. That's why our Reception Teacher roles focus on inspiring learning and forming connections, without unnecessary distractions.About the role:
  • Job title: Reception Teacher (Doncaster)
  • Start date: September 2025
  • End date: July 2026 (maternity cover)
  • Pay: £820-£1,300 per week - paid PAYE
  • Contract type: Long term, full-time
If you're a Reception Teacher who wants to make a real difference while feeling valued and supported, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and take the next step in a teaching career that works for you - with Academics by your side.

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