An exciting opportunity has arisen for a class teacher within our KS1 team. We are looking for a fantastic new teacher to lead our children on their inquisitive and creative learning journey.
L.E.A.D. Academy Trust consists of 27 academies across Nottingham, Sheffield, Derby, Lincoln and Leicester and is recognised by Ofsted as a leading academy sponsor. Our academies are encouraged to lead and manage in a way that preserves their individual identity and responds to the specific needs of their young people and community.
This role represents an exciting opportunity to be part of something special, developing and supporting our Trust in improving education outcomes for children and young people. In the attached candidate pack you will find further information about the role and its responsibilities.
Edna G. Olds Academy
The Headteacher and Governors at Edna G. Olds Academy are seeking to appoint an outstanding, highly motivated and enthusiastic Teacher to work within our KS1 team in Year 1 starting from autumn term 2026.
Edna G. Olds Academy is a member of the L.E.A.D. Academy Trust which is made up of a dynamic group of schools, whose vision is to provide the highest quality education through outstanding leadership. The Trust’s emphasis on collaboration along with high quality coaching and training ensures that we continuously strive to promote outstanding practice in all our schools. The children at Edna G. Olds are fantastic, we have excellent relationships with parents and the community, and benefit from very supportive governors and a strong staff team working across the school. As an Edna G. Olds practitioner you will teach amazing children and help further their education. We pride ourselves on our high academic performance and really value creativity across the curriculum.
Job details:
Contract type: Permanent
Salary pay scale and range: Main pay scale
ECT’s welcome to apply
Working hours: 32.5
Location: Edna G. Olds Academy, Church Street, Lenton, Nottingham NG7 1SJ
Benefits of working at L.E.A.D.
· Competitive salary
· Generous pension scheme
· Continuing professional development
· Access to physio services, occupational health and eye care schemes
· Employee assistance programme including free, confidential counselling services
Please see our Trust website for more information
Completed applications should be made through the Sam Recruitment portal
We are looking for an outstanding candidate who:
· has a passion for working with primary age children
· is an inspirational teacher with a caring and adaptable approach to teaching children of all abilities
· has a love of teaching both in the classroom and outside
· can offer creativity in planning and learning across the curriculum
· is a great team player involving all members of the school community
· shares a belief that motivated children can achieve whatever they set out to achieve
· has an open and informed approach to developments in assessment and learning.
We highly recommend visits to our school. To arrange an appointment, to have an informal discussion, or request a candidate pack please contact the Headteacher Hannah Crotty via email admin@ednagoldsacademy.co.uk or Telephone: 0115 915 6813
Closing Date: 14th May 2026 9am Interviews: All day on 18th May 2026
Start Date: Autumn Term 2026
L.E.A.D. Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.