Job Description

Cumnor House Sussex

West Sussex

Salary:

Competitive Salary, based on experience

Job type:

Full Time, Maternity Cover

Start date:

23 February 2026

Apply by:

22 September 2025

Job overview

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Cumnor House Sussex is one of the country's leading independent Prep, Pre-Prep and Nursery schools. We are a traditional but forward-thinking family school, with an ethos built on Christian values, creating a safe and unhurried childhood for active and ambitious children. The School provides every aspect of a broad and excellent education, including sport, music and drama, within beautiful country surroundings. Our motto of Aim High, Be Kind, and Dare to be Different is lived enthusiastically every day and in every area of the school.

We are seeking an inspirational and dedicated Year 3 Teacher to join us in the Spring Term 2026 on a maternity cover basis. This role offers a wonderful opportunity to contribute to a school with a longstanding reputation for academic excellence. Cumnor House students consistently secure places at top Senior Schools in the South East and beyond, with many earning academic and extracurricular scholarships. Our school is celebrated for its warm community, broad educational offerings, and supportive culture. We are looking for a teacher who can bring expertise, confidence, and enthusiasm to our Year 3 department, and who will make a positive impact both inside and outside the classroom during this temporary period.

Position: Year 3 Prep School Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Contract Type: Full-time, Maternity Cover
Curriculum: Key Stage 2
Education Stage: Primary

Skills and Qualifications:Minimum qualification of Qualified Teaching Status (QTS) Newly qualified teachers or early career educators welcome Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to create engaging lesson plans tailored to individual student needs Commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment


Values and Attitudes:Passion for working with children and helping them reach their full potential Dedication to continuous professional development and growth as an educator Flexibility, adaptability, and resilience in handling challenges that may arise in the classroom setting


If you meet the minimum qualifications and share our values of excellence in education, we invite you to apply, please send your application form (attached) or using the web-page linked (https://cumnor.co.uk/our-school/work-with-us/) with a covering letter to hr@cumnor.co.uk

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Cumnor House Sussex

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Cumnor House Sussex

Danehill, Haywards Heath
Sussex
RH17 7HT
United Kingdom

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