Teacher – Maternity Cover (Denton Community Primary School & Nursery)

February 14, 2024

Job Description


Job title: Teacher – Maternity Cover (Denton Community Primary School & Nursery)

Company: East Sussex County Council

Job description: Job introduction

Hours of work: Full-time Teacher’s Hours
Working pattern: Full-time
Fixed term: Until March 2025

Closing date: Friday 23 February 2024

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
Denton Community Primary School & Nursery, Acacia Road, Denton, Newhaven, East Sussex, BN9 0QJ
Phone: 01273 513377
Email:
Website:

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.

About the role

We are looking for an outstanding Class Teacher to cover Maternity Leave from June 2024. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a forward thinking staff and wonderful children.

We are looking for a dynamic, creative and hardworking teacher who will deliver the very best learning experiences for our children.

Successful applicants must:

  • Ensure, through great teaching, that progress over time is outstanding;
  • Work hard to ensure that all gaps in learning are closed;
  • Enjoy working with members of the school team and our parents;
  • Be a positive role model for all pupils;
  • Love learning!

About Us…

We are a happy and caring school; we value everyone’s contributions and ensure we provide the best possible education for our children. We are a ‘good’ school and are working incredibly hard to become ‘outstanding’ – come and help us to fulfil this ambition!

We are committed to safeguarding children and the successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

Closing date: Friday 23rd February 2024, 12.00pm

Interview date: Tuesday 27th February 2024

Start date: 3rd June 2024 (to March 2025 approx.)

Visits to the school are encouraged. The post is not suitable for NQTs.

Further information, including application details, are available from the school business manager, Mrs Amanda Townsend:

Tel: 01273 513377 E-mail:

You can also find further details on the Vacancies page of our school website:

Additional information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to .

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

Company information

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.

Expected salary:

Location: Denton, East Sussex


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