Reception Teacher – Maternity Cover

Location:                                Castlefort Academy, Castlefort Road, Walsall Wood, Ws9 9JP

Contract Type:                     Full Time

Contract Term:                    Fixed term –  1^st September 2026 – 31^st August 2027

Grade/Salary:                        M1 – M6

Closing Date:                         Monday 15^th June 2026

Start Date:                             1^st September 2026

Positions Available:            1

Interview Date(s):               Wednesday 17^th June 2026

The Lighthouse Multi Academy Trust, located in the West Midlands, consists of 9 primary schools across the Walsall borough. We are proud to be Lighthouse and across our academies we have:

·         3,000 Amazing Children

·         500 Dedicated Staff Members

·         9 Fabulous Schools

·         A uniquely developed Forrest School

·         1 Additionally Resourced Provision

·         2 Special Resourced Provision (SRP's_

·         A school with the only Crown Bowling Green in England.

About this Role

We are looking for a maternity cover teacher to join our highly ambitious team who truly are dedicated in making a real difference to the lives of children at our school. As part of the Lighthouse Trust, you will have bespoke professional development opportunities and the chance to develop and further your career. You will also have the opportunity to work with colleagues from across schools, sharing resources and good practice.

The successful candidate will:

·         Have excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

·         Be committed to working with parents, governors and the local community.

·         Show a commitment to contributing to the wider life of the school.

As part of the Lighthouse Trust, you will have bespoke professional development opportunities and the chance to develop and further your career. You will also have the opportunity to work with colleagues from across schools, sharing resources and good practice.

If you would like to be part of our journey to excellence, we would love to hear from you.

We take great pride in developing a caring, creative and safe environment for our pupils and we are passionate about providing a rich and varied curriculum that inspires curiosity and enquiry.

Join us and you will be part of a fantastic team. We believe in working collaboratively, sharing ideas and supporting each other to achieve great things.

Why Join Lighthouse Trust?

·         A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive working environment.

·         Commitment to your professional development with high quality CPD opportunities and career progression.

·         Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and a wide range of employee benefits.

·         The chance to make a meaning impact on the lives of young people.

The closing date is 9am on Monday 15^th June 2026 and interviews will be held on Wednesday 17^th June.

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities. The Lighthouse Trust is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to thrive