Class Teacher (KS1)

Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School, Heathfield, East Sussex, TN21 0XG

41 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  13 April 2026 at 3pm

• Date listed

  3 March 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time: Full Time - 32.5 hours per week.
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Main Pay Scale. Between £32,916 and £45,352

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Role

We are seeking to appointaninspirationalpractitioner to join our Year 4 team for a fixed-term maternity cover. The successful candidate will be a positive, collaborative professional dedicated tomaintainingthe highest standards of teaching and learning.

• Contract Type:Permanent, Full time in KS1

• Start Date:September 2026

Our Ideal Candidate Will Possess:

• Proven Pedagogical Expertise:A track record of delivering high-quality teaching and learning.

• Curriculum Knowledge:A secure and comprehensive understanding of the National Curriculum.

• High Expectations:A commitment to excellence for themselves, their colleagues, and their pupils.

• Collaborative Spirit:The ability to work effectively in partnership with staff, pupils, and parents.

• Ethos Alignment:A willingness to support and enhance the Christian ethos of our school.

• Engagement:A passion for creating memorable, exciting, and inclusive learning experiences.

• Contribution:A desire to contribute to the wider school life and provide enrichment opportunities for all.

What the school offers its staff

What We Can Offer You:

• Pupils who are genuinely keen to learn and proud of their school.

• A vibrant, enthusiastic, and supportive working environment.

• A professional team committed to mutual support and wellbeing.

Application Details

We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit our website at www.crossinhandschool.com to learn more about our vision and values.

We recommend that all candidates arrange an informal visit, please contact the school office at 01435 862941.

• Closing Date:Monday,13thAprilat 5:30 pm

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 385 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School website
• Email address: office@cross-in-hand.e-sussex.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01435862941
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/cross-in-hand-church-of-england-primary-school

Cross In Hand School is at the heart of the local community of Heathfield, a traditional market town lying within the beautiful High Weald area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The school is a member of the successful Heathfield Cluster group of schools and the new Headteacher will have the opportunity to continue the excellent relationships that we currently have with the other schools in the cluster. 
We are a Church of England school with a distinctive Christian ethos, nurturing the whole child within the school and church family.  We believe that our school is a happy, friendly and welcoming place where all children are respected and cared for regardless of their age, gender, culture and ability.  
Our school is a place where children learn to respect themselves and others, and where self-discipline is encouraged to develop. All children, staff, parents and governors are aware of each child’s individual value in helping to promote the Christian ethos of the school through recognising and valuing the strengths of each individual. 
Each child has access to a broad and balanced curriculum, delivered in ways that enable them to reach their full potential.  This involves equal access to every part of the curriculum, opportunities to participate at their own level and speed and learning through first-hand experience where possible. Each child’s work is valued for individual progress and high standards are expected for both work and behaviour. 
We are seeking an inspirational and ambitious leader who has the passion and determination to make a difference and continue to drive the school forward. We are looking for someone who will build on the success of our current headteacher and support the next steps in our vision for the school. 

Arranging a visit to Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@cross-in-hand.e-sussex.sch.uk.

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