JOB DESCRIPTION
Hours of work: Full time teacher's hours
Working pattern: Full-time
Fixed term: Up to one year
Closing date: 5th March 2026 5:30 pm
For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
Cross in Hand CEP School (Sheepsetting Ln, Heathfield TN21 0XG)
Phone:
Email: -in-hand.e-
Website:
Please note, we do not accept CVs.
An opportunity has arisen to join a flourishing primary school in Heathfield. Cross in Hand is a thriving, successful Church of England Primary School characterised by its happy atmosphere and commitment to serving the local community. We pride ourselves on our polite and engaged pupils, a supportive parent community, and a dedicated, collaborative staff team.
While we maintain high academic standards, we are deeply committed to the development of the "whole child." We highly value the creative arts and sports, benefiting from excellent on-site facilities, including our own swimming pool. Operating within a Christian framework and utilising the Thrive approach, we aim to ensure every child reaches their full potential in a calm, nurturing, and purposeful environment.
The Role
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational practitioner to join our Year 4 team for a fixed-term maternity cover. The successful candidate will be a positive, collaborative professional dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of teaching and learning.
Contract Type: 1-Year Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)
Start Date: Term 5 or 6
Our Ideal Candidate Will Possess:
Proven Pedagogical Expertise: A track record of delivering high-quality teaching and learning.
Curriculum Knowledge: A secure and comprehensive understanding of the National Curriculum.
High Expectations: A commitment to excellence for themselves, their colleagues, and their pupils.
Collaborative Spirit: The ability to work effectively in partnership with staff, pupils, and parents.
Ethos Alignment: A willingness to support and enhance the Christian ethos of our school.
Engagement: A passion for creating memorable, exciting, and inclusive learning experiences.
Contribution: A desire to contribute to the wider school life and provide enrichment opportunities for all.
What We Can Offer You:
Pupils who are genuinely keen to learn and proud of their school.
A vibrant, enthusiastic, and supportive working environment.
A professional team committed to mutual support and wellbeing.
Application Details
We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit our website at to learn more about our vision and values.
We recommend that all candidates arrange an informal visit, please contact the school office at
Interviews: To be held the following week
Cross in Hand CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.
This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.
The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.
If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.
ABOUT US
Additional Information
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to .
All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.