Primary Teacher

Ref: SCH-AAT-0219 18 day(s) remaining
Establishment: Westvale Park Primary Academy Location: Horley Salary: M1 to M4 (£34,398.00 to £41,074.00) Department: TEACH Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date: 17/10/2025 14:30 Interview Date: To be confirmed Start Date: 01/01/2026

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 32.50 Weeks per Year: 52.143 Pay Grade: Main Pay Scale - Fringe | M1 - M4

The Role

Westvale Park Primary Academy is seeking a passionate and dedicated teacher to join our team to start in the spring/summer term, or sooner if available. This is a full-time position, and applicants must be fully committed to working on this basis.


In this role, you will provide cover and interventions across all year groups, gaining a fantastic opportunity to experience the Westvale way and develop your skills across different areas of the school. This position offers a strong pathway to transition into a Class Teacher role for the next academic year, providing valuable experience and insight into our school before moving into a permanent class-based role.


We would love to hear from you if:

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


In return for your passion and commitment, we offer:

  • A supportive team who place our values of Family, Gratitude, Curiosity, Responsibility, Diversity, Excellence at the centre of all that we do with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations
  • Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD
  • Fringe allowance
  • A spacious well-equipped and well-resourced learning environment
  • A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff
  • 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
  • Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books
  • 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 Sonia Mitchinson, Office Manager, on westvalepark@westvaleppa.org.uk or 01293 365019.


We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than advertised should a suitable applicant be found. Therefore, early application is recommended.



Qualifications

Qualification Title Grade
Qualified Teacher Status
Essential

Skills

CPD / Training
Further relevant professional studies
Desirable
Abilities, Skills and Knowledge
Good oral and written communication skills
Essential
Experience/Knowledge
Experience of supporting children with limited verbal communication
Desirable
Experience working with outside agencies to support children's progress/well-being
Desirable
Recent primary teaching experience - either EYFS, KS1, or KS2
Desirable
Experience
Experience or referral to the use of ICT within the learning environment
Desirable
Teaching experience in more than one school
Desirable
Personal Attributes
A commitment to the school's vision, values, and ethos
Essential
A commitment to Aurora Academies Trust vision, values, and ethos
Essential

Related Documents

Job Description and Person Specification WPPA Class Teacher JD & PS.pdf Download

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.


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

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Westvale Park Primary Academy

Cavell Way
Horley
Surrey
RH6 8SU

Emily Sturt

Westvale Park Primary Academy and Nursery is an inclusive school with high expectations for pupil progress and achievement.

Our ethos is clear: 'Always children first'. We want the best for all our children, families, and our team. We place a strong emphasis on building a healthy team, as we believe that: Happy Team = Happy Children = Happy Families. We create a setting in which all staff know that they are valued and supported. A healthy, happy team creates a healthy, happy school and nursery environment, and a positive friendly atmosphere for the children to thrive in.

At Westvale Park, every individual is valued for who they are and what they contribute to the school. Our core values, intending to support the personal, social, and spiritual development of every pupil throughout the school, are:

-             Family

-             Curiosity

-             Gratitude

-             Responsibility

-             Diversity

-             Excellence


Aurora Academies Trust was established as a multi-academy trust in September 2012. There are currently seven schools in the trust, over 400 employees and our schools cater for around 3000 pupils. We pride ourselves on the strong collaboration that is at the heart of our school improvement offer. Our curriculum development team and professional networks are a key feature of the support that we provide to schools. You will be joining a trust that values all its staff and is committed to the ongoing professional development of all. You can find out more here:

https://www.auroraacademies.org/page/?title=School+improvement+strategy&pid=81

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