Class Teacher

DescriptionHours of work: 32.5Working pattern: Full-timeClosing date: Friday 26 September 2025For more information and to apply for the above post please contact:Hazel Court Secondary SchoolLarkspur DriveEastbourneEast SussexBN22 9PZEmail: Website: 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.Join Our TeamThe Southfield Multi Academy Trust consists of four outstanding special schools across six sites; South Downs School The Lindfield School Hazel Court School and Summerdown School.All provide the best possible educational opportunities for all its SEN learners and their families and strive to create a positive environment with a welcoming and highly supportive whole staff team approach.We OfferA supportive and welcoming staff teamStaff Wellbeing - Free Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)Opportunities for professional developmentA dynamic and creative work environmentThe RoleThis is a permanent position from ideally from October 2025 but a January 2026 start can be accommodated. This is subject to a successful one year probationary period.Position is at based at Hazel Court Secondary school in a Profound & Multiple Learning Disability (PMLD) class.The paid hours of work are 32.5 (full-time hours).The salary range is from 32916 to 45352 (Main Pay Scale) plus an SEN Allowanceof 2787 per annum.Candidates should be aware they may be required to work on any one of the Trusts sites.About YouThe Southfield Trust is looking to appoint an excellent self-motivated and inspirational class teacher who is committed to a pupil-centered approach to learning and who are dedicated to creating exciting purposeful and challenging learning opportunities.The successful candidates will be:Innovative creative and passionate about what they do for each individual learner.Able to contribute towards developing the independence communication and self regulation of each individual learner.Committed to working with parents / carers and other professionals resulting in thebest possible life outcomes and future opportunities.Collaborative in their approach towards supporting the wider work of the school andTrust.Applications are encouraged from applicants with experience of supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs or who may have some experience but more than anything a willingness to learn through collaborative working with other skilled staff.Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are welcome to apply for this post.How to ApplyCLOSING DATE IS MIDDAY Friday 26th September 2025 - Interview date: tbcIf you have not received a response by Friday 17th October 2025 you may assume your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion.For more information about the Trust and to apply please visit our website:where you can find the Teaching Staff Application form Job Description & Personal Specification.Visits to the Trust are welcomed.We do not accept CVs. We are unable to offer overseas sponsorship.We look forward to receiving your application which can be sent to: The Southfield Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Employment will be subject to pre-employment checks including satisfactory DBS Enhanced clearance and references. This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018. Key Skills Client Server,Account Development,Business Travel,Corporate Risk Management,Dsp,Litigation Paralegal Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1