Job Description

About Us

We currently have a vacancy for a full time maternity cover in our Year 1 and 2 mixed age class.

At St. Augustine's, we pride ourselves on being a welcoming and supportive team where every member of staff is valued. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do - teachers, support staff, and leaders work closely together to share expertise and create memorable, high-quality learning experiences for all children. As part of our staff team, you will be encouraged to contribute your ideas and be supported in developing your practice, knowing that you are joining a school where people genuinely care for one another and pull together to achieve the very best outcomes.

As a school community, we live out our values of believing in ourselves, living well together, and being anchored by God's love. This shapes not only the way we teach but also the way we support and encourage one another as colleagues. Joining us as a full-time maternity cover teacher, you will quickly feel part of a team that is passionate about making a difference, committed to providing the best for our pupils, and proud of the positive, nurturing environment we have created together.

The school site benefits from wonderful outdoor spaces, that can be used to support and enhance teaching. Modern, well-equipped classrooms and clear and structured long and medium terms plans across all subjects. This ensures time and space for teachers to think creatively and to plan exciting and memorable learning but with workload in mind.

You are very welcome to come and visit the school, please contact the office to arrange an appointment and we look forward to welcoming you to the St. Augustine's family soon.

Job Details

Salary:

32,916 to 45,352

Contract Type:

Fixed Term

Working Pattern:

32.5 hours per week

Location:

Scaynes Hill, Haywards Heath

Interviews:

23/10/2025

What You Need to Succeed

To be successful in this role, please read Person Specification attached.

Further Information

St.Augustine's CE PrimarySchool and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below. Complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description). Once complete please return this to

office@st-augustines.school

Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on

01444 831371

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Person Specification - see attachment



Job Reference: SCHO01022