Teacher (Year 6)

Glenleigh Park Primary Academy and Nursery; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Glenleigh Park Primary Academy is seeking a dynamic Year 6 Teacher (0.6 FTE, permanent) to join our supportive team. The role focuses on preparing pupils for secondary school with high-quality teaching that inspires, motivates and challenges learners.

We require Qualified Teacher Status, experience in Key Stage 2 (preferably Upper KS2), and a commitment to raising achievement. The school values Growth, Perseverance, Positivity and Achievement, and offers extensive CPD, a well-resourced learning

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status is essential.
• Experience teaching in Key Stage 2, preferably Upper KS2.
• Passion for teaching and learning.
• Enthusiastic, resilient and a team player.
• Commitment to raising achievement for all students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching to Year 6 students.
• Prepare pupils for progression to secondary school.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support learning and assessment.
• Maintain effective communication with parents and carers.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Child interaction

Communication skills

Teamwork

Curriculum planning

Organisation

Behaviour management

ICT in learning

Passion for teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Your Role

Glenleigh Park Primary Academy is looking to recruit a dynamic and enthusiastic Teacher (Year 6) on a permanent basis to continue inspiring young minds. This is a part‑time role (0.6 FTE), offering an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated and supportive team. This role is unsuitable for ECTs.

As our Year 6 Teacher, you will play a vital role in preparing pupils for secondary school, delivering high-quality teaching that inspires, motivates and challenges learners to achieve their very best.

We would love to hear from you if:

1. you have Qualified Teacher Status
2. you have experience teaching in Key Stage 2, preferably Upper Key Stage 2
3. you have a genuine passion for teaching and learning
4. you are enthusiastic, resilient and committed to working as part of a team
5. you are committed to raising the achievement of all students of all abilities

In return for your passion and commitment, we offer:

1. A supportive team who place our values of Growth, Perseverance, Positivity, and Achievement at the centre of all that we do with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations
2. Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD
3. A spacious well‑equipped and well‑resourced learning environment
4. A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff
5. The opportunity to be part of a multi‑academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way
6. Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books
7. Aurora Academies Advantage scheme - this includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high‑street shops and health and well‑being support

Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status

essential

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge and Understanding of the National Curriculum

essential

Ability to have strong/meaningful child interactions to support their early communication

essential

Ability to form positive relationships with parents/carers and colleagues

essential

Good oral and written communication skills

essential

Ability to plan curriculum coverage of skills and carefully sequenced sessions

essential

Excellent planning and organisational skills

essential

Ability to work as part of a team

essential

Excellent interpersonal skills

essential

Excellent behaviour management skills

essential

Good computer literacy

To be able to set SMART targets when writing individual support plans (ISPs)

CPD / Training

Further relevant professional studies

Experience

Successful partnership working with other schools and/or academies, external agencies, and stakeholders

essential

Working in partnerships with parents

essential

Setting up an inspiring class that is engaging to all children's stages of development

essential

An understanding of the importance of inclusion and diversity

essential

Teaching experience in more than one school

Demonstration of experience bringing about improvement in pupil outcomes

Record of parental engagement experience

Experience or referral to the use of ICT within the learning environment

Recent teaching experience

Experience/Knowledge

Sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum and National Primary Curriculum

essential

An understanding that safeguarding children is central to the role and can spot signs of abuse/neglect in children

essential

Ability to report on pupil progress (observations, assessments, parental reports)

essential

Recent primary teaching experience - either EYFS, KS1, or KS2

Experience working with outside agencies to support children's progress/well‑being

Experience of supporting children with limited verbal communication

An understanding of the pedagogy of early reading and phonics, particularly Read, Write Inc.

To have knowledge and a keen interest in leading a curriculum area

Knowledge of reporting behaviour/safeguarding concerns on an electronic platform

Leadership

Ability to work effectively as part of the school team and with governors, trustees, pupils, guardians/carers, stakeholders and partners within, and beyond, the education sector

essential

Safeguarding Information

Aurora Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. Online searches will also be carried out on shortlisted candidates.

Aurora Academies Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.