Lincoln UTC
Lincolnshire
£33,209 - £51,090 per year
Salary:
Salary: In line with relevant experience MPS - UPS
Job type:
Full Time, Maternity Cover
Start date:
01 January 2026
Apply by:
9 October 2025
Job overview
Teacher of English (Maternity Cover)
Location: Lincoln UTC
Contract type: Full time (fixed term, maternity cover)
Start date: January 2026
Salary: In line with experience MPS - UPS
Job description:
Lincoln UTC is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Teacher of English to join our high-achieving department from January 2026. This fixed-term role covers maternity leave and involves teaching English at KS4 and possibly KS5, dependent on experience. The successful candidate will have excellent subject knowledge, a passion for inspiring young people, and a track record of helping students achieve strong outcomes.
This role will be offered on a temporary basis to cover a maternity leave for a period of between 9- 12 months.
The successful candidate will become part of a supportive and collaborative department. Applicants must have experience teaching GCSE literature, ideally including our set texts: Romeo and Juliet, A Christmas Carol, and An Inspector Calls.
About the school/college:
Lincoln UTC is a specialist college for 14–18 year olds, with a focus on science, engineering, mathematics, and technology. Alongside this technical specialism, our English department has a record of exceptional results and plays a vital role in developing confident, articulate learners. Students benefit from outstanding facilities, small class sizes, and strong links with industry and higher education.
What we offer:
* Supportive, collaborative department with high standards.
* Well-resourced classrooms and excellent student behaviour.
* Professional development opportunities and a culture of innovation.
* Motivated students who are ambitious and mature.
Person specification:
* Qualified teacher status (QTS) or equivalent.
* Strong track record of success in English at KS4/KS5.
* Ability to inspire, motivate, and challenge students.
* Commitment to collaborative working and continuous improvement.
How to apply:
If you would like to find out more about the college or about this position, please contact the principal, Stuart Hamer, for an informal chat on We would welcome (indeed encourage) visits to the college so that you can see for yourself what we have to offer. Equally, we understand that this is not always possible, and we will not view applications from candidates who have not visited less favourably.
To arrange a visit or request an application form please contact:
Please note that completed application forms are also to be sent to:
Closing Date: 3.00pm – Thursday 9th October 2025
Please be aware that Lincoln UTC does offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship to non-UK citizens for this role.
Lincoln UTC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be made in accordance with safer recruitment practice and the guidance in 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. Online checks will be carried out on shortlisted candidates. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and checks on suitability to work with children.
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About Lincoln UTC
Lincoln UTC
Lindum Road, Lincoln
Lincolnshire
LN2 1PF
United Kingdom
We are not selective, but we are not for everyone. Our challenging technical, practical and academic curriculum is not an easy option. We have a very mature, calm and purposeful learning environment, and require students to be fully committed to our approach.
The UTC prepares students for a seamless transition into the workplace and for this reason we operate a longer working day than most schools. Our hours begin at 8.45am and finish at 4.15pm, with a 20 minute morning break and a 30 minute lunch. All required work is completed within this time frame therefore we do not issue formal homework.
We do not have a uniform but expect our students to dress accordingly in business attire. We also do not operate a bell. Students are expected to effectively manage themselves, as they would at university or in employment, and arrive at lessons on time and ready to learn.
Our behaviour policy is consistent and has clear boundaries, therefore disruption is rare and students treat our business environment with the respect it deserves.
We have fewer students and smaller class sizes than most 'ordinary' schools, and for this reason lessons are less chaotic. Teachers have time to help everyone individually, which leads to the development of positive and supportive relationships between the students and the staff.
Attendance is in excess of 97% for all year groups, which is exceptionally strong. Students are happy and proud to be part of our community. They enjoy coming to the UTC and want to attend regularly.
Our vision is to ensure that every student develops the skills required to secure the next step of their chosen career, either at university or in employment. In order to achieve this, we place an explicit focus on skill development and the acquisition of the traits of the ideal learner. It pervades all that we do and the ways in which students are encouraged to learn.
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