Key Stage 2 Class Teacher

Wadhurst CofE Primary School and Nursery, Wadhurst, East Sussex, TN5 6SR

15 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  23 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  8 April 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 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: M1 to M3

What skills and experience we're looking for

This post is likely to be based in Upper Key Stage 2, teaching our learners as they grow in confidence, independence and readiness for the next phase of their education. Experience in this phase is particularly beneficial.

ECTs are warmly encouraged to apply. We offer high quality mentoring, strong pastoral support and a collaborative staff team committed to helping early career teachers flourish.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Is passionate about empowering children to flourish and achieve their best

• Has high expectations for behaviour, learning and personal development

• Is reflective, enthusiastic, and committed to continual professional growth

• Builds positive, respectful relationships with pupils, families and colleagues

• Creates an inclusive classroom environment where every child feels seen, valued and supported

What the school offers its staff

We offer:

• Happy, polite and enthusiastic children who love learning and embrace challenge

• A supportive and forward-thinking staff team who value collaboration and creativity

• An outward-facing school committed to research-informed practice and innovation

• A trusting culture where staff are empowered to develop their strengths

• A strong Christian ethos and positive links with our local church and community

• Extensive school grounds including a thriving Forest School area and spacious sports fields

This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral part of our vibrant, forward-thinking school community. We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit us for a tour and an informal conversation with Lydia Thompson, Head of School, to find out more about what we can offer.

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

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

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About Wadhurst CofE Primary School and Nursery

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 296 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Wadhurst CofE Primary School and Nursery website
• Email address: wadhurstoffice@bewlfederation.org
• Phone number: 01892 783155
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/wadhurst-cofe-primary-school

Wadhurst Church of England Primary School and Nursery is seeking an inspiring and dedicated teacher to join our skilled and enthusiastic team. We are a welcoming and ambitious school with a strong sense of community, and we take great pride in the nurturing, purposeful environment we create for both pupils and staff. 
 
As a member of the Bewl Federation, our school benefits from shared expertise, partnership working, and rich professional development opportunities—ensuring the very best outcomes for the children we serve.

Arranging a visit to Wadhurst CofE Primary School and Nursery

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email wadhurstoffice@bewlfederation.org.

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