Class Teacher (Parkland Infants)

Job introduction

Hours of work: 32.5

Working pattern: Full-time

Closing date: Friday 16 May 2025

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Parkland Infants

Brassey Avenue

Eastbourne 

East Sussex

BN22 9QJ

Phone:   01323 502620

Email:     plf-office@swale.at

Website: https://www.theparklandfederation.com/

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

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 the role

• Parkland Infant School
• MPS/UPS
• Full time; All Year Round
• Permanent

We have a very exciting opportunity for someone to join our thriving infant school! 

We are looking for a Key Stage 1 Teacher from 1st September 2025. The ideal candidate will have Key Stage 1 and/or EYFS experience. 

The Parkland Federation is a team of hardworking and committed staff who work hard to create the right environment for all children to learn through quality first teaching and a broad and balanced curriculum.

We have a beautiful site with llamas, ducks and chickens to support pupils, as well as our own bee hive. If you think that you would complement our existing team and you are an outstanding teacher, we would love to hear from you.  ECTs are very welcome to apply.

If you require any further insight into our school, please visit www.theparklandfederation.org . 

Additional Benefits include:

• Teachers Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive 
• Enhanced Maternity Pay 
• Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants 
• Access to training and development 
• Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
• Cycle to Work scheme
• On-site Parking

Further details of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.  Application form and job description are also available on our website: www.theparklandfederation.org.  

Interested applicants are welcome to contact Dawn Berhane, Office Manager, if they wish to have an informal discussion regarding the post: dawn.berhane@swale.at or 01323 502620.

Completed application forms should be sent to: dawn.berhane@swale.at.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989 (option 2).

Short-listed applicants will be notified of time of interview shortly after the closing date. Applications made by C.V. or from agencies will not be accepted.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Interview Date: w/c 19th May 2025

Swale 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.  This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

Additional information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.

The Academy 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 an 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 www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

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.