Hours of work: 32.5 Hours
Working pattern: Full-time
Fixed term for: TBC
Closing date: Friday 9 October 2026
For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
Gildredge House
Compton Place Road
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN20 8AB
Phone: 01323 400650 ext 2050
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.gildredgehouse.org.uk/ ; https://www.gildredgehouse.org.uk/home/contact-us/staff-vacancies/
Please note, we do not accept CVs.
As a school, we are delighted that you are considering applying for the Maternity Cover post of Year 4 Class Teacher.
We welcome visits from prospective candidates, including those looking for their first ECT post. We offer an excellent level of support and professional development for our Early Career
Teachers.
Previous experience of teaching within Key Stage 2 would however be desirable.
• Do you want to be part of a school where your contribution is valued and celebrated?
• Would you like to teach children with high aspirations who are keen to learn?
• Do you want to join a staff team that is diverse, collegiate and respected?
If you are an imaginative and dynamic practitioner - with a passion for teaching, the capability of engaging and enthusing all students and the belief that everyone can succeed - we want to hear from you.
Teaching in the Primary phase of this all through school enables you to have the opportunity to contribute to our students’ long-term development, working closely with colleagues across key stages to ensure smooth transitions and continuous progress throughout our curriculum.
You will have the benefits of a purpose-built classroom, together with a Sports Hall, Multi-Use
Performance Space and landscaped outdoor areas, all of which make up an exceptional learning environment for our students.
At Gildredge House, each individual is known and valued. Students are inspired to discover their passions and realise their academic potential. You will join a strong team of inspirational teachers in an exciting environment where learning is fun and purposeful.
Gildredge House offers:
• continuity of education for students aged 4+
• an expectation of high academic standards and ready to learn behaviours
• excellent pastoral care
• a range of extra-curricular activities
• parent and community involvement
• a positive team ethos
As an employee of the school, you would benefit from:
• A two-week break in the Autumn Term, allowing for holidays to be taken out of peak
• season.
• A supportive induction programme for new staff to the school
• Investment in your career development through appropriate, regular CPD
• Support and mentoring by a strong Senior Leadership Team and other experienced
• leaders
• Access to a full employee assistance programme, in support of wellbeing
• TPS Pension Scheme
• Complimentary tea and coffee in our staffroom
• On-site parking
If you would like to find out more, please get in touch. We welcome visits from prospective candidates, by appointment.
If you are interested in the position, please download the Application Pack on our website.
Please complete the Application for Employment and return to [email protected] by 9.00 a.m. on the date indicated on the website.
If you wish to discuss the post further or visit the school, please contact [email protected] Tel: 01323 400650.
Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.
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