Class Teacher (Ninfield CE Primary School)

Job introduction

Hours of work: 32.5
Working pattern: Full-time

Closing date: Monday 24 February 2025

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
Ninfield CE Primary School
Church Lane
Ninfield
East Sussex
TN33 9JW

Phone:   01424 892486
Email:     lwood@ninfield.academy
Website: www.ninfieldceschool.org.uk 

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

 Class Teacher – September 2025 start

Applications from ECTs are warmly welcomed.

Ninfield Church of England School are excited to offer the opportunity to join our forward-thinking, nurturing school as we look to appoint a Class Teacher to join the team from September 2025.

Ninfield Church of England School is a rural school in the heart of its community; we are proud of our strong links with families and the wider village. Our curriculum and enrichment opportunities have been designed to enable all children to gain lifelong experiences and the skillset needed for twenty-first century life.
At Ninfield, we have a strong reputation for delivering high quality education for children, helping children to achieve significantly above the national average in their statutory assessments. A team of dedicated, experienced educators, we are committed to ensuring each child thrives and is prepared for their lives beyond our school. 
We have a pragmatic approach to working practices to ensure staff feel empowered to show their best and receive high-quality training and development. 
Since 2023, Ninfield has been a part of the Diocese of Chichester Academy Trust (DCAT), enabling the school team to work as part of a family of twenty-seven schools including many in the nearby towns of Bexhill, Hastings and Eastbourne. In joining the team at Ninfield, applicants can expect to benefit from a range of high-quality development opportunities through the Trust CPD offer and the support of working across a large family of schools.

If you are interested in applying for this post, please do arrange a visit to the school to see our wonderful children in action.

https://www.ninfieldceschool.org.uk/        01424 892486             office@ninfield.academy 

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an inspiring, motivating and creative teacher
• Holds high expectations of learning and behaviour for the pupils they teach
• Is a team player, working collaboratively with colleagues
• Believes in supporting every child to reach their full potential
• Is committed to their duty to safeguard pupils
• Is supportive of our Christian ethos
• Has a secure knowledge of the curriculum and assessment
• Is proactive in seeking and taking opportunities for professional development

We can offer:

• A well-established and welcoming staff team
• Smaller than average class sizes (the school’s Published Admissions Number is 20 children)
• A supportive, ambitious Senior Leadership Team
• A commitment to Continuing Professional Development for all (including strong programmes for ECTs, Subject Leaders and aspiring leaders through the Trust)
• Well behaved pupils who are eager to learn and share their talents
• A parent community who are appreciative of our hard work
• A school situated in a beautiful location, with access to a school allotment and nearby woods

Application Procedure
For an application pack or further information please see the school website.
Please email your completed application pack to lwood@ninfield.academy 

Closing date for applications: Monday 24th February 2025 at 9am.

Interview date: Monday 3rd March 2025

 

Safeguarding

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018. The Trust 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, shortlisted 
candidates will be required to demonstrate to the Trust, 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. 
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 www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service check (http://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring 
service-check).
This 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 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.

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.

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.