Class Teacher - Maternity Leave Cover (Ark Blacklands Primary Academy)

Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 per annum

Contract type: Fixed-term

Working pattern: Full-time

Closing date: 23:55pm, 22 November 2026

Interview date: Thursday 26 November 2026

How to apply: Please apply on our website using the following link to the job post - Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) in Hastings - Ark Careers

Who to contact if you have a query: We welcome potential applicants to visit and experience our school first hand. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please contact our Assistant Headteacher by email [email protected] or contact the school office on 01424 429279 to arrange a visit.

Start date: February 2027

Closing date: Monday 23rd November at 9:00am

Interviews: Thursday 26th November

About the role:

Ark Blacklands is looking to recruit an exceptional Class Teacher to start Monday 22 February 2027 to cover a period of Maternity leave.

We welcome applications from both ECTs and more experienced teachers who are looking for the next step in their careers.

The successful candidate will have:

- High standards and expectations for every child.
- A genuine passion for teaching and education.
- A commitment to ensuring every child flourishes and achieves their full potential.
- The ability to demonstrate a positive impact on pupil outcomes.
- Strong relationships at the heart of their practice and a desire to contribute to our thriving school community.

About our school:

Ark Blacklands Primary Academy is a popular and oversubscribed school in the heart of Hastings. Graded Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted in 2023, we have a strong track record of securing excellent outcomes for all pupils, particularly those who are most vulnerable.

As Hastings continues to be recognised as an Opportunity Area, we are proud to play a key role in ensuring that every child receives the very best start in life, regardless of their background or circumstances.

We are a large primary school with three forms of entry and 90 children in each year group from Reception to Year 6. Despite our size, we are known for our warm, inclusive culture and the strong relationships we build with our pupils and families. Our staff work hard to ensure every child is known, valued and supported to succeed.

As part of the Ark Schools network, we are united by a shared belief that every child deserves access to an excellent education and real choices in life. We know that great schools are built by great staff, which is why we invest heavily in professional development, collaboration and wellbeing.

Joining Ark Blacklands means joining a talented, supportive and ambitious team, as well as becoming part of Ark, one of the UK's most successful multi-academy trusts and an international education charity with 39 schools across the country.

We work hard to recognise and support our staff:

- At Ark Blacklands, we believe that when staff thrive, children thrive. We are committed to supporting colleagues at every stage of their careers through high-quality professional development, meaningful recognition and a strong sense of community.
- We celebrate achievements and recognise the hard work and dedication of our staff.
- You will have access to a range of wellbeing and financial benefits through the Ark Rewards scheme, including health support, retailer discounts and travel loans.
- We are passionate about professional learning and provide twice the number of training days offered in many schools.
- We offer a wide range of development programmes, including ECT, middle leadership and senior leadership pathways, helping you grow and progress throughout your career.
- Most importantly, you will join a caring, collaborative team that is committed to helping you become the very best teacher and leader you can be.

Find out more by visiting www.arkblacklandsprimary.org/

Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this advert may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response.

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.

Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark’s safer recruitment process, please click this link.