Class Teacher KS2 (Ark Blacklands Primary Academy)

East Sussex County Council; Hastings; In loco; GBP 33.000 - 51.000; Tempo pieno

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Ark Blacklands Primary Academy in Hastings is seeking an exceptional Class Teacher to join from January 2027. The role is fixed-term at first, with potential to become permanent from September 2027 for the right candidate.

We welcome Early Career and experienced teachers ready to develop their practice and make a real difference to children’s lives. The successful candidate will uphold high standards, have a genuine passion for education, commit to helping every child flourish, and demonstrate a

Competenze

• High standards and expectations for every child.
• A genuine passion for teaching and education.
• A commitment to ensuring every child flourishes and achieves their full potential.
• The ability to demonstrate a positive impact on pupil outcomes.
• Strong relationships at the heart of their practice and a desire to contribute to our thriving school community.

Conoscenze

High standards

Passion for teaching

Commitment to pupil outcomes

Positive relationships

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Closing date: 23:55pm, 22 November 2026

Interview date: Thursday 26 November 2026

Closing date: Monday 23rd November at 9:00am

Contact: Assistant Headteacher, email [e-mail], phone [phone].

Start date: January 2027

About the role

Ark Blacklands Primary Academy is looking to recruit an exceptional Class Teacher to join our team from January 2027. This position is offered on a fixed-term basis in the first instance, with the potential to become a permanent role from September 2027 for the right candidate.

We welcome applications from both Early Career Teachers and experienced teachers who are looking to develop their practice, embrace new opportunities and make a real difference to children's lives.

The successful candidate will have:

• High standards and expectations for every child.


• A genuine passion for teaching and education.


• A commitment to ensuring every child flourishes and achieves their full potential.


• The ability to demonstrate a positive impact on pupil outcomes.


• Strong relationships at the heart of their practice and a desire to contribute to our thriving school community.

Salary, contract and working pattern

Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 per annum

Contract type: Fixed-term

Working pattern: Full-time

About our school

Ark Blacklands Primary Academy is a popular and oversubscribed school in the heart of Hastings. Graded Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted in 2023, we have a strong track record of securing excellent outcomes for all pupils, particularly those who are most vulnerable.

As Hastings continues to be recognised as an Opportunity Area, we are proud to play a key role in ensuring that every child receives the very best start in life, regardless of their background or circumstances.

We are a large primary school with three forms of entry and 90 children in each year group from Reception to Year 6. Despite our size, we are known for our warm, inclusive culture and the strong relationships we build with our pupils and families. Our staff work hard to ensure every child is known, valued and supported to succeed.

As part of the Ark Schools network, we are united by a shared belief that every child deserves access to an excellent education and real choices in life. We know that great schools are built by great staff, which is why we invest heavily in professional development, collaboration and wellbeing.

Joining Ark Blacklands means joining a talented, supportive and ambitious team, as well as becoming part of Ark, one of the UK's most successful multi-academy trusts and an international education charity with 39 schools across the country.

Benefits and development opportunities

• At Ark Blacklands, we believe that when staff thrive, children thrive. We are committed to supporting colleagues at every stage of their careers through high-quality professional development, meaningful recognition and a strong sense of community.


• We celebrate achievements and recognise the hard work and dedication of our staff.


• You will have access to a range of wellbeing and financial benefits through the Ark Rewards scheme, including health support, retailer discounts and travel loans.


• We are passionate about professional learning and provide twice the number of training days offered in many schools.


• We offer a wide range of development programmes, including ECT, middle leadership and senior leadership pathways, helping you grow and progress throughout your career.


• Most importantly, you will join a caring, collaborative team that is committed to helping you become the very best teacher and leader you can be.

If you are passionate about making a difference and would like to be part of a school where children and staff are supported to flourish, we would love to hear from you

Find out more by visiting www.arkblacklandsprimary.org

Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.