About Us
Estcots Primary School is a welcoming, inclusive and forward-thinking school at the heart of its community.
We are proud of our strong team ethos, where staff support one another and genuinely enjoy working together.
Our children are enthusiastic, kind and eager to learn, and we place great importance on nurturing both their academic success and their personal development.
There is a real sense of energy and purpose across the school – learning is creative, ambitious and full of opportunity.
We are a school that works hard, but we also laugh often, and a shared sense of humour is very much part of what makes Estcots such a special place to be.
Job Details
Salary: TMS
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time
Location: East Grinstead
Closing date: Monday 22nd June 2026 – 6pm
Shortlisting: Tuesday 23rd June 2026
Interviews: Thursday 25th June 2026
Please contact the school office should you require any further details and visits are warmly welcomed.
What You Need To Succeed
Are you a passionate and committed teacher who truly wants to make a difference to children’s lives?
Are you ready for an exciting opportunity in a forward-thinking school where you can continue to develop your practice and help every child succeed?
Estcots Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and skilled class teacher to join our team.
We are keen to attract high-quality, committed practitioners who are eager to contribute fully to school life. We welcome applications from teachers at all stages of their career, including Early Career Teachers, as long as you bring energy, ambition and a desire to make a real difference.
At Estcots, our vision is that every child develops a love of learning and achieves their full potential, regardless of their starting point. Our curriculum is engaging, inclusive, and rooted in creativity, ensuring that learning is both meaningful and memorable.
We are committed to delivering teaching that is ambitious, inspiring and enjoyable for all. We believe strongly in supporting the whole child, placing equal importance on social and emotional development alongside academic success.
Estcots is a friendly, supportive and outward-looking school with a strong sense of community. Our children are a pleasure to work with – enthusiastic, motivated and proud of their achievements.
We are fortunate to benefit from excellent facilities and a spacious environment that enhances both teaching and learning.
At Estcots, teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for someone who thrives as part of a team, is supportive of colleagues, and brings a positive outlook to school life. Just as importantly, a genuine sense of humour is essential here – it helps us navigate the busy days and keeps our community strong and connected.
Further Information
Estcots Primary School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.
How to Apply
To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below.
Please complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description).
Once complete please return this to [email protected]
Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on 01342 327473
NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.
