Teacher

West Sussex County Council; Crawley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Maidenbower Junior School in Crawley invites applications for a Key Stage 2 teacher to begin January 2027 on a temporary two-term contract (to July 2027). The post is full-time (32.5 hours per week) with the M1–UPS1 Fringe pay spine.

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic, child-centred practitioner with a commitment to inclusion, strong classroom management and collaborative teamwork within a welcoming school community.

Qualifications

• Be passionate about child-centred learning and developing the whole child.
• Be an excellent practitioner with high expectations of all pupils in achievement and behaviour.
• Demonstrate inclusion and equal opportunities and uphold school values.
• Enjoy working as part of a team and value contributions from colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality KS2 teaching in accordance with the national curriculum.
• Establish positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff.
• Contribute to school improvement and development priorities.
• Uphold safeguarding and promote welfare in all aspects of school life.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Differentiation

Team player

Communication

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Key Stage 2 Teacher Required for January 2027

School Name: Maidenbower Junior School

School Website: https://www.maidenbowerjunior.co.uk/

Salary: M1 – UPS1 (Fringe)

Contract Type: Temporary – two terms until July 2027

Working Pattern: Full-time

Working Hours: 32.5 per week

Location: Harvest Road, Maidenbower, Crawley, RH10 7RA

Advert Closing Date: 13/11/2026

Interview Date: 16/11/2026 week commencing

This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher looking for a temporary contract, or someone early in their career who is passionate about making a meaningful impact in the classroom and contributing to the continued development of our school community. Visits are strongly recommended so you can see our impressive school environment and delightful pupils.

About Us

Maidenbower Junior School (MJS) is a large five-form entry junior school in Crawley.At MJS we welcome all pupils into a supportive and inclusive community aimed at fulfilling potential. Pupils tell us that they are part of a safe and nurturing team where our incredible facilities help create exciting opportunities. Shared high expectations, an inspiring curriculum and the need to have fun combine to create high outcomes and memorable moments. We listen closely to our pupils, and our school values – respect, responsibility, resilience, tolerance, curiosity and growth – underpin school life, preparing pupils for the next part of their journey. We work hard together, we reflect together and we celebrate together.

We can offer:

• An attractive, happy and purposeful working environment with a strong ethos of care, respect and concern for each other.
• Being part of large teams enables lots of support from skilled and experienced colleagues.
• Delightful children who are happy, responsive and keen to learn.
• A range of professional development and leadership opportunities.
• Supportive parents and Governors.

We strongly encourage you to visit our school to see us at work and to meet the children and staff. Please call 01293 883758 or email Laura Harrison, our School Business Manager, at [e-mail] to make an appointment.

What you Need To Succeed:

• Be passionate about child-centred learning, developing the whole child and committed to providing high quality, learning opportunities, that promote outstanding outcomes.
• Be an excellent practitioner with high expectations of all pupils in both achievement and behaviour.
• Have exemplary practice and a firm commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities and be able to demonstrate.
• Be able to uphold our school values and act as a role model for pupils.
• Enjoy working as part of a team, valuing the contributions of each member.
• Can quickly and effectively establish positive working relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents.
• Have high aspirations for own professional development and seek out opportunities for this.
• Be open to supporting the wider life of the school.

Safeguarding Statement:

Maidenbower Junior School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.