Key Role Information

Salary
£M1 £34,069.00 to M6 £46,940.00
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Fixed Term
Closing
18/09/2026 00:00
Interview
To be confirmed
Start
3 November 2026
Contract term
AYR - All year round
Pay grade
Main Pay Scale | M1 - M6
Department
TEACH
Key stage
Key Stage 2
Hours per week
32.50
Weeks per year
52.143
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Heron Park Primary Academy is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed KS2 Teacher on a fixed term basis to cover maternity. ECTs are welcome to apply.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team as a Key Stage 2 Teacher, covering maternity leave. You will be responsible for delivering engaging and inspiring lessons, fostering a nurturing classroom environment and supporting pupils to achieve their very best academically and personally.

We would love to hear from you if:

  1. you have Qualified Teacher Status
  2. you have experience working in Key Stage 2 classes
  3. you have a genuine passion for teaching
  4. you are enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
  5. you are committed to raising the achievement of all students of all abilities

In return for your passion and commitment, we offer:

  1. A supportive team who place our values of Respect, Curiosity, Independence, Resilience, and Aspiration at the centre of all that we do with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations
  2. Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD
  3. A spacious well-equipped and well-resourced learning environment
  4. A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff
  5. The opportunity to be part of a multi-academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way
  6. Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books
  7. Aurora Academies Advantage scheme - this includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high-street shops and health and well-being support

If you are interested in finding out more, we strongly suggest that you arrange a tour of the school - please contact Yvonne Streeter, Office Manager on office@heronppa.org.uk or 01323 502525.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive suitable applications. Therefore, we recommend submitting you application as soon as possible.

Please note that we can only accept applications submitted through our recruitment platform, SAMPeople Recruit, so kindly apply there.

Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status essential

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge and Understanding of the National Curriculumessential
Ability to have strong/meaningful child interactions to support their early communicationessential
Ability to form positive relationships with parents/carers and colleaguesessential
Good oral and written communication skillsessential
Ability to plan curriculum coverage of skills and carefully sequenced sessionsessential
Excellent planning and organisational skillsessential
Ability to work as part of a teamessential
Excellent interpersonal skillsessential
Excellent behaviour management skillsessential
Good computer literacy
To be able to set SMART targets when writing individual support plans (ISPs)

CPD / Training

Further relevant professional studies

Experience

Successful partnership working with other schools and/or academies, external agencies, and stakeholdersessential
Working in partnerships with parentsessential
Setting up an inspiring class that is engaging to all children's stages of developmentessential
An understanding of the importance of inclusion and diversityessential
Teaching experience in more than one school
Demonstration of experience bringing about improvement in pupil outcomes
Record of parental engagement experience
Experience or referral to the use of ICT within the learning environment
Recent teaching experience

Experience/Knowledge

Sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum and National Primary Curriculumessential
An understanding that safeguarding children is central to the role and can spot signs of abuse/neglect in childrenessential
Ability to report on pupil progress (observations, assessments, parental reports)essential
Recent primary teaching experience - either EYFS, KS1, or KS2
Experience working with outside agencies to support children's progress/well-being
Experience of supporting children with limited verbal communication
An understanding of the pedagogy of early reading and phonics, particularly Read, Write Inc.
To have knowledge and a keen interest in leading a curriculum area
Knowledge of reporting behaviour/safeguarding concerns on an electronic platform

Leadership

Ability to work effectively as part of the school team and with governors, trustees, pupils, guardians/carers, stakeholders and partners within, and beyond, the education sectoressential

About Us

Heron Park Primary Academy is a vibrant and dynamic two-form entry primary school with a nursery, serving children aged 2–11 in the heart of the Eastbourne community. We are proud to be rated a ‘Good’ provider by Ofsted, and we are deeply committed to delivering exceptional educational experiences for every child in our care. 

At Heron Park, we believe that children flourish in a happy, supportive, safe, and purposeful learning environment. Our warm, friendly, and welcoming atmosphere ensures that all members of our community feel a strong sense of belonging—truly part of the Heron Park family. 

Our inspirational curriculum is thoughtfully designed to both challenge and excite our pupils, providing them with the tools they need to thrive in an ever-changing world. Every aspect of school life is underpinned by our five core values: 

  • Respect 
  • Curiosity 
  • Independence 
  • Resilience 
  • Aspiration 

These values guide our pupils as they grow into confident, capable individuals who demonstrate Quality, Excellence, and Passion in everything they do. 

Our vision is clear: to empower every child to reach their full potential. Through a rich and engaging educational journey, we aim to equip our pupils with the skills, knowledge, and mindset they need for a successful and fulfilling future. 


‘It’s really fun to do work at our school.  I really like the challenges and our school trips!  Our values make our school a safe place to learn. We follow them and have been taught about integrity which we show every day. 

Having worked at Heron Park for just over a year now, the thing that has really stood out for me is the incredibly strong ethic of teamwork that is evident throughout all aspects school life. All members of the school community work hard to support each other to achieve the best for the pupils in our care both in terms of fostering academic progress, but also in supporting them socially and emotionally. I have also found the clear pedagogical approaches and engaging curriculum to be a real strength of the school, and this is supported by an exciting range of trips, experiences and events across the year. CPD, both within our own school but also as part of the wider Aurora Academy Trust, is always responsive to the emerging needs of our pupils and staff, and as a result, I really feel that I have developed as a teacher over the course of the year that I have worked at Heron Park. All staff at Heron Park are dedicated, friendly and passionate about their roles, whatever they may be, and that has made being part of the team here a real pleasure.’  

Lee, Y5 teacher 


‘Working at Heron Park Primary Academy is honestly such a joy. From the very beginning, I felt welcomed and part of a team that genuinely cares—not just about the children, but about each other too. There’s a real sense of community here, and that makes a huge difference day to day. 

One of the things I love most is how our school values are lived out in everything we do. Our children are encouraged to be respectful, curious, independent, resilient, and aspirational, and it’s amazing to see them grow into those qualities. It makes teaching here feel really meaningful. 

We also have a broad and balanced curriculum that’s built around helping every child reach their full potential. The focus on Quality, Excellence, and Passion isn’t just for the pupils—it’s something we all strive for as staff too. 

Plus, being part of Aurora Academies Trust means there are great opportunities to develop and progress in your career. There’s always support, encouragement, and the chance to take on new challenges across the trust.’  

Nicholas, Y6 Teacher 


Heron Park Primary Academy

Emily Sturt

esturt@auroraacademies.org.uk

Dallington Road
Hampden Park
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN22 9EE

Safeguarding Information


Aurora Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. Online searches will also be carried out on shortlisted candidates.


Aurora Academies Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.