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Classroom Teacher ( 1 Year Fixed Term)

Heycroft Primary School · LEIGH-on-SEA · Southend-on-Sea

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic and inspiring Primary School Teacher to join our welcoming team on a fixed‑term contract until Summer 2027. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a committed educator to become part of our strong, professional and supportive staff community from September 2026.

You will play a vital role in the school, delivering high quality teaching and learning to our wonderful pupils. As a class teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons that meet the diverse needs of all learners. You will work collaboratively with colleagues to support pupils' progress and wellbeing, contributing positively to the whole school ethos.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver engaging, creative and well‑structured lessons that meet the needs of all pupils as well as track pupil progress, providing timely feedback to support learning
  • Create a positive, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff and leadership to maintain high standards and communicate effectively with parents and carers on progress and wellbeing
  • Follow school policies, safeguarding procedures and statutory expectations
  • Maintain accurate records, including assessments, reports and planning documentation

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. For an appointment to view the school please contact Heycroft Primary School on 01702 521832

Heycroft Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. All postholders working in our schools will be considered to work in Regulated Activity and will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance all shortlisted candidates may be subject to online searches that may include social media. For further information please contact HR@seeat.org

The school reserves the right to close the listing at any time and shortlist earlier if strong candidates apply earlier in the process.

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About this school

Heycroft Primary School

Academy sponsor led · Primary · Ages 4–11

Inadequate
Pupils
386
Avg teacher salary
£42,934
Pupil:teacher ratio
22.1:1
Academy trust
SOUTH EAST ESSEX ACADEMY TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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LEIGH-on-SEA, Southend-on-Sea, SS9 5SJ

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Salary
£32,916.00 - £45,357.00 Annually (Actual)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
8 June 2026
Closing date
22 June 2026

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