Class Teacher (Mark Cross Church of England Primary School)

Hours of work: 19.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE)

Working pattern: Part-time working for 52 weeks per year.

As the position is part-time, the above salary will be pro rata.

Closing date: Monday 19th January 2026, 1pm

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Mark Cross Church of England Primary School, Mark Cross, Crowborough, East Sussex, TN6 3PJ

Phone: 01892 852866

Email: markcrossoffice@thewealdfederation.org

Website: https://thewealdfederation.org/

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

The Weald Federation comprises of four Church of England village primary schools: Frant, Mark Cross, Mayfield and Five Ashes. We are committed to providing the best possible education and environment, guided by a strong ethos and values, striving for the best possible outcomes for every child.

We have an experienced team of staff in our four schools who work very closely together to plan and provide a curriculum that fits our schools and our children.

The Weald Federation currently has a Key Stage 1 Teacher vacancy in our school starting in April 2026.

We are looking for a caring, highly motivated and experienced teacher who:

• Is highly effective and able to demonstrate what quality-first teaching looks like.

• Can demonstrate the impact of their inclusive practice on pupil attainment and well being.

• Has high expectations of themselves and others.

• Is highly organised with evidence of strong time management skills.

• Is willing to support the school’s distinctive Christian ethos, values and the vision of our Federation.

• Is a team player who appreciates the value of collaboration.

• Understands the benefits and challenges of working in a small school.

• Is flexible and adaptable.

• Has strong IT and communication skills.

• Can motivate and work effectively with others to create a shared culture and positive climate.

The Weald Federation can offer you:

• Friendly and supportive colleagues and the opportunity to work as part of a creative team across the Federation.

• Support from Executive Heads, Heads of School and excellent Continuing Professional Development opportunities.

• Pupils who are inquisitive and keen to learn.

• Supportive parents.

• The opportunity to work in vibrant schools and communities.

• Schools situated in areas of natural beauty that enhance our children's learning.

Please return application forms by email to markcrossoffice@thewealdfederation.org

Interview date: Week of 26th January 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. Interviews will be offered to suitable candidates following their application.

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.