Class Teacher (KS1 / KS2)

Do you thrive on seeing your pupils excel?

We are seeking an exceptional ECT to join our dedicated and supportive team working in key stage 1/2.

This is an important role for our academy as we constantly strive to improve and excel in all that we do. ​​​We are looking for a someone who can nurture, inspire, and motivate our children and who will contribute effectively to the vision and ambition of our popular academy.  

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Please refer to the attached job description & person specification and our Trust Candidate Pack for further information about this exciting opportunity.

West St Leonards Primary Academy

At West St Leonards Primary Academy, we pride ourselves on our excellent teaching and fantastic facilities. Our happy, welcoming environment allows children to rise to challenges without a fear of failure and to become confident lifelong learners.

The academy has a published admissions number of 60 and total capacity of 420 pupils. The academy also hosts a special facility for up to 12 children with moderate learning difficulties and physical disabilities.

Visit us: Home - West St Leonards Primary Academy

We truly value the experience, dedication, and commitment of all our employees and believe in the power of motivated and happy staff. This is why we seek to enrich and reward our employees wherever we can, by offering a wide range of exciting and useful employee benefits.

These include:

• Automatic annual pay increments.
• High quality continuous professional development and support for your career progression.
• A strong commitment to your health & wellbeing including; onsite Wellbeing Champions, designated Mental Health Ambassadors, flexible working opportunities from Day one, and Employee Assistance programme.
• Generous public sector pension scheme.
• Discounts on retail & travel.
• Cycle 2 Work scheme.
• Charity Giving.

Take a closer look: Work with us - Brighton Academies Trust

​​​​​​​​​​​​​We are proud to be part of the University of Brighton Academies Trust; a family of infant, primary and secondary schools based in Sussex.

Working Together, Delivering Excellence, Achieving Ambitions, and Nurturing Potential are the values that guide us. Our mission is to ‘inspire our children and staff to flourish and achieve their best’ so we positively impact our communities we serve. We aim to create a vibrant, inclusive community, transforming lives and broadening horizons through excellent teaching and learning.  

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​​​​​​​The University of Brighton is the sponsor of the University of Brighton Academies Trust. Close connection with the university allows us to draw on the expertise of its education experts and external contacts – something that greatly benefits our academies and our pupils.

Find out more

To arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about this role please contact Charlene Fleri on telephone number 01424 422080  or by email c.fleri@wslprimaryacademy.org.uk

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Closing date: 4 June 2023.

Interview date: 6 June 2023.

Our commitment

The University of Brighton Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.