Class Teacher – Maternity Leave Cover; Southfield Trust

Hours and Working Pattern

Hours of work: 32.5 (full‑time). Fixed‑term: up to 1 year. Working pattern:
Full‑time.

Closing date:
Midday Friday 14 August 2026.

The Southfield Trust
Hazel Court Secondary School
Larkspur Drive
Eastbourne, East Sussex BN22 9PZ

Email: recru
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The post is subject to the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018. Applicants must demonstrate they are not disqualified under these regulations and may need a waiver from Ofsted if they are.

The post requires satisfactory DBS Enhanced clearance and references.

• Fixed‑term position covering maternity leave from September 2026, subject to a successful one‑year probationary period.
• Position based at Hazel Court Secondary School; paid hours are 32.5 per week.
• Salary range: £32,916–£45,352 (main pay scale) plus an SEN allowance of £2,787 per annum.
• Candidates may be required to work at any of the Trust’s sites.

• Qualified teacher with QTS or QTLS status.
• Innovative, creative and passionate about supporting individual learners.
• Committed to developing independence, communication and self‑regulation in pupils.
• Collaborative and willing to work with parents, carers and other professionals.
• Experience or willingness to support pupils with a range of special educational needs.
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are welcome to apply.

• Supportive and welcoming staff team.
• Staff wellbeing – free Employee Assistance Provider (EAP).
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Dynamic and creative work environment.

We do not accept CVs. Please send your application to recru before the closing date. Interviews will take place w/c 24 August 2026.

Applications not shortlisted by 31 August 2026 will not receive a response.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff must hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or an enhanced check for Regulated Activity. We expect all staff to work in accordance with our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy.