Job Description

Hours of work: 18.75


Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only


(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)


Fixed term for: 8 months


Closing date: Wednesday 03 December 2025


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


Langney Primary School


Chailey Close


Eastbourne


East Sussex


BN23 7EA


Phone: 01323 762177


Email: lpa-office@swale.at


Website: https://www.langneyprimary.co.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.

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Langney Primary Academy

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24,507 FTE - SAT B, point 3

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10,454 Pro Rata

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18.75 hours per week, Term Time only + 5 SDD

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Fixed Term until 31.08.2026

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Start date - 5th January 2026

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Interview date - 10th December 2025

Langney Primary Academy is an amazing school! We approach education in our own unique way and this is an opportunity for you to join our welcoming and caring team.

Bright Sparks Nursery is a well resourced purpose built nursery with an outdoor area on the school site.

We are looking for a talented and caring person to build positive relationships with our nursery children and parents and compliment the well established positive team.

The successful candidate will have a group of keychildren. The role will initially involve working with our 2 year old children. The successful candidate will work alongside the Nursery Manager to complete the 2 year progress check report for the children.

EYFS experience is essential.

Hours of contract - 8.30-12.30 Monday - Friday

We are looking for a passionate practitioner who can provide high quality child development, a rich and exciting curriculum and educational opportunities to give each child in their care the best possible start as they prepare for school and life. The successful candidate will be responsible for liaising with parent/ carers and professionals.

A relevant first aid qualification is an advantage.

Langney Primary Academy and Bright Sparks Nursery combine to form a caring, and nurturing school and nursery that is passionate about inclusion and determined to help every child succeed. Our pupils behave well and show excellent attitudes to both their learning and relationships with others.

We are dedicated to excellence in all areas.

Langney can offer you the opportunity to work with warm, professional and caring staff in a setting that is well resourced.

If you would like to join our welcoming, friendly and supportive team then we look forward to hearing from you. Langney is a rewarding and happy place to be!

Join us to benefit from:

o Being part of a supportive, welcoming and friendly team;

o Being part of a highly successful Trust, with opportunities of career development;

o Local Government Pension Scheme - with a very generous employer contribution;

o Employee Assistance Programme - Wellbeing and advice;

o Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive.

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

If you are interested in this post, please contact Clair Haynes, Office Manager, for an informal discussion on

clair.haynes@swale.at

or 01323 762177

Completed application forms should be sent to

lpa-office@swale.at

or by post to Langney Primary Academy, Chailey Close, Eastbourne East Sussex BN23 7EA. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact

recruitment@swale.at

or 01795 905989.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

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

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

Recruitment pack

Application Form

Additional Information



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 https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record .



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.