Teacher - Key Stage 2 -Maternity Cover; Polegate School

Teacher – Key Stage 2 – Maternity Cover (Polegate School)

Apply for a fixed‑term maternity cover role as a Key Stage 2 year 3 teacher at East Sussex County Council. Work 32.5 hours per week, full‑time, on a 32.5‑hour pattern until 31 August 2027. Closing date: 12 February 2026.

• Plan and deliver engaging, high‑quality learning experiences for Year 3 pupils.
• Use pupils’ prior knowledge and current understanding to motivate and support their learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to whole‑school development and the raising of standards.

• Newly qualified or experienced teacher, enthusiastic, influential and committed to success for the school and its learners.
• Passionate about teaching, able to motivate pupils to reach their full potential.
• Strong classroom management skills and willingness to work in a demanding school environment.

• A fast‑paced, energetic environment.
• A committed, supportive, motivated team.
• Senior leadership encouraging you to be brave and take risks.
• Chocolate for those moments!
• Occasional staff social events.
• Lots of opportunities to laugh.

• Position:
  Key Stage 2 (KS2) teacher, Year 3.
• Contract type:
  Fixed‑term – maternity cover.
• Start date:
  
  20 April 2026.
• Interview date:
  Thursday, 26 February 2026.
• Salary scale: MPS1‑UPS
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Polegate School
Oakleaf Dr, Polegate, BN26 6PT

Phone:
Email: office@polegate.e‑
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We do not accept CVs.