KS1/KS2 Class Teacher (Guestling Bradshaw CEP School)

Hours of work: Full-time teachers hours

Working pattern: Full-time

Fixed term: September 2026 - July 2027

Closing date: 16:00pm, Friday 19 June 2026

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Guestling Bradshaw CEP School

Rye Rd, Hastings TN35 4LS

Phone: 01424 812279

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://guestling-esussex.secure-dbprimary.com/

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

We are dedicated to preparing our pupils for life-long learning by supporting them to be resilient, enthusiastic, collaborative respectful and independent. We want our children to grow up caring about the world, feeling a valued part of it and knowing they have a contribution to make.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, Key stage 1 or 2 Class Teacher to join our wonderful school to cover maternity leave. This will be from September 2026 to July 2027.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience of teaching in Key Stage 1 or 2 and a strong understanding of the curriculum.
• Brings enthusiasm, energy and creativity to the classroom and is committed to nurturing a lifelong love of learning in all children.
• Is passionate about making learning fun, relevant, enjoyable, and appropriately challenging.
• Values inclusion and diversity, ensuring every child feels supported and valued.
• Will nurture a strong sense of belonging for every pupil.
• Has strong, inclusive classroom practice and is confident in adapting teaching to meet the needs of all learners.
• Demonstrates the ability to adapt teaching across the curriculum to support pupils with a range of abilities and learning needs.
• Is a hard-working and imaginative practitioner with excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Is highly motivated, reflective, and keen to continue developing professionally.
• Works effectively as part of a collaborative and supportive team.
• Is committed to supporting and promoting our Christian ethos, vision and values.

The successful candidate will be joining an experienced and friendly team, committed to ensuring that, in partnership with parents, our pupils have the best possible start in life.

We can offer you:

• A welcoming, supportive and inclusive school community where children are enthusiastic and eager to learn.
• A dedicated and friendly team of staff who work collaboratively and support one another.
• Opportunities for high-quality professional development to support your career progression.
• A school that values creativity, innovation and engaging learning experiences for all pupils.
• A supportive leadership team who prioritise staff wellbeing and professional growth.
• Well-behaved, motivated pupils who take pride in their learning and achievements.

For application forms and information packs please see our website.

To arrange a visit please email the School Office.

Interviews: Week beginning 22 June 2026

The school is committed to recruiting with care, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The post is subject to the receipt of a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, health and qualifications check.

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.

Additional Information

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 https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record.

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.