We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Early Careers Teacher at Holy Cross Catholic Voluntary Academy who is committed to getting the best outcomes for our students. then we want to hear from you. With us, you will gain professional experience and will maximise your potential through development opportunities to enhance your teaching methods and skills.

This is a temporary maternity cover starting from 1 September 2026 for up to 12 months or sooner if the post holder decides to return early from maternity leave for whatever reasons.

About us

Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy is a primary school located in Hucknall.   We are an Ofsted-rated Good school.  We are a fantastic place to work where all members of the school community are Loved, Valued and Challenged

Incredible Children – Work with enthusiastic, curious, and kind-hearted students who make every day rewarding. Their energy, creativity, and love for learning create a truly special environment.

A Supportive School Family – Join a warm and inclusive team where staff, students, and parents work together to create a nurturing learning environment.

Opportunities to Grow – We invest in our staff through training, mentoring, and career development programs, helping you reach your full potential.

A Place to Inspire and Be Inspired – Every day is different, and you’ll have the opportunity to spark curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning in the next generation.

We are part of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, bringing together the 36 Catholic Primary and Secondary schools in Lincolnshire, Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire.

You will:

• Be an excellent practitioner.
• Be a creative, talented, and dynamic teacher who places children at the heart of their teaching.
• Be forward thinking with a positive attitude and great interpersonal skills.
• Be willing to support the aims and vision of Catholic Education in school and within the wider trust.
• Be committed to raising of standards and have a positive approach to behaviour management.
• Be determined to make school life a positive, rewarding, and enjoyable experience for all.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and can work, plan and communicate effectively as part of a friendly and supportive team.   

What’s in it for you?

• A salary of £32,916 - £545,352 per annum (MPS)
• Wonderful students who have a passion for learning and deserve the very best.
• A team of talented and highly committed staff in a supportive working environment.
• Terms and Conditions - we have committed to following nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for teachers.
• Fantastic benefits:
• Access to the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
• Access to top-tier CPD opportunities tailored to your development.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing emotional, financial, and legal support for you and your family.
• Exclusive perks: From staff discounts to a Cycle-to-Work scheme, we’ve got you covered!
• A welcoming community: Work with enthusiastic students, supportive colleagues, and a leadership team that values your expertise.

 Visits are warmly welcomed so you can see for yourself the fantastic children, staff team and environment and we encourage you to talk to us to learn more about the role.  Please contact Paul Tibble, Headteacher on 0115 9534577 to arrange a visit or to discuss the role further.

You do not need to be a Catholic to work for our Trust and we warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs. This includes those of all faiths, the Catholic faith and those without a faith who are supportive of the Trust’s Catholic character and Christian ethos. This diversity is fundamental to our values and enriches the lives of the students within our schools.  Our Trust strives to be a supportive, inclusive, caring, and positive community where every staff member has a sense of belonging.   We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from people with a disability or long-term health condition.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks including online searches are required for successful applicants in line with Safer Recruitment Practices.