Main Pay Scale Teacher – KS1 Speech & Language Facility Class (ARK LITTLE RIDGE PRIMARY ACADEMY)

Job Description

Hours of work: 16-24
Working pattern: Part-time
(As the position is part-time, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Friday 13 November 2026

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

ARK LITTLE RIDGE PRIMARY ACADEMY
LITTLE RIDGE AVENUE
ST LEONARDS ON SEA
East Sussex
TN37 7LR

Phone: 01424 752266
Email: info@arklittleridgeprimary.org
Website: https://arklittleridgeprimary.org/

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.

Ark Little Ridge is a popular and over-subscribed school in the heart of Hastings graded ‘OUTSTANDING’ in all areas by Ofsted. (October 2023) It has a proven track record of raising standards for its pupils, particularly our most vulnerable..

Due to the promotion of our existing teacher, we have an exciting opportunity for an excellent and nurturing teacher to join our Key Stage 1 Speech & Language class.

This is a part-time role, working two or three days per week, initially on a fixed-term contract from January until 31 July 2027.

You will teach a small group of KS1 pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), whose primary needs relate to speech, language and communication. Working closely with skilled support staff and other professionals, you will provide high-quality, carefully adapted teaching that enables pupils to develop their communication, confidence, independence and learning.

This is a particularly rewarding opportunity for a teacher who understands that children with SEND can achieve highly when teaching is ambitious, responsive and tailored to their individual needs. Experience of working with children with speech, language and communication needs would be a real advantage, although we would also welcome applications from excellent teachers with broader SEND experience who are keen to develop their expertise in this area.

We are looking for someone who:

has Qualified Teacher Status;

• is an excellent and reflective classroom practitioner;

• has experience of teaching pupils with SEND;

• is committed to securing strong outcomes for children with additional needs;

• can adapt teaching effectively in response to pupils’ individual communication and learning needs;

• builds warm, positive relationships with children;

• works well as part of a multidisciplinary team; and

• is flexible, resilient and committed to making a genuine difference to children’s lives.

If you are passionate about inclusive education and would value the opportunity to work closely with a small group of pupils, we would love to hear from you.

Interested in this exciting opportunity? If you have any questions please contact our Business Manager, Dean Lennard, by email to d.lennard@arklittleridgeprimary.org

To apply please go to http://arklittleridgeprimary.org/vacancies.

Start date: 1st January 2027

Contract: Fixed term – until 31st July 2027

​Hours: 16 to 24 per week, either 2 or 3 days per week (to be agreed with successful candidate).

​Salary Scale: Ark Teachers Main Pay Scale only; Points 1 to 6 (full time salary £33,739 to £46,483).

Closing date: Friday 13th November 2026

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 16th November 2026

About us

Additional Information
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record.
All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.