Class Teacher in KS1 or KS2

Brighton & Hove City Council; Brighton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking an enthusiastic Class Teacher for Key Stage 1 or 2. This role offers the chance to join a supportive team dedicated to fostering a collaborative and innovative learning environment. The school prides itself on its outstanding reputation and commitment to staff wellbeing, providing ample opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about education and eager to contribute to a vibrant school community, this position is perfect for you. Join a team that values every child's potential and strives for excellence in education.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Team Environment

Healthy Work/Life Balance

Community Engagement

Qualifications

• Committed to helping every child achieve their potential.
• Passionate about making a meaningful contribution to school life.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality education to Key Stage 1 and 2 students.
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Job description

Are you an ambitious teacher who is committed to helping every child achieve their potential? Would you thrive in a school that champions belonging, collaboration, and innovation? If so, Westdene Primary School would love to hear from you.

We are delighted to invite applications for a Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2 Class Teacher to join our excellent team from September 2025 for the academic year. This will be a fixed-term contract for 1 year. We are looking for a full-time teacher who shares our belief that every child deserves the highest quality education, and who is passionate about making a meaningful contribution to school life.

About the role

Westdene is a welcoming and inclusive school, proudly situated on the northern outskirts of Brighton. Recently judged ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted (2024), we are proud of our high standards, our strong sense of community, and our unwavering commitment to providing an education where every child can achieve.

At Westdene, we offer:

• A warm, welcoming and highly supportive team.
• Motivated, enthusiastic and joyful learners who are eager to achieve.
• Engaged families and a strong community ethos.
• Fantastic opportunities for ongoing professional growth and leadership development.
• A genuine commitment to promoting staff wellbeing and maintaining a healthy work/life balance.
• A leadership team that is dedicated to valuing, supporting and advocating for all staff.

We are proud to be a diverse school community, and we are committed to building a workforce that reflects a rich variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We encourage all applicants to use their application to highlight their knowledge, skills, experience, and personal strengths in relation to the job description and person specification. At Westdene, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is at the heart of everything we do, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Visits prior to application are warmly encouraged— come and experience first-hand the vibrant, inclusive and collaborative ethos that makes Westdene such a special place to work. Please see our website for further information.

To arrange a tour or find out more, please contact:

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email/post direct to the school.

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.