Class Teacher (maternity cover)

The Governors wish to appoint an excellent Primary practitioner for maternity cover from January 2027. We are looking for a teacher who is hardworking, enthusiastic and committed to the development and success of children as people, and as learners. We are focused on developing a curriculum that supports children from all backgrounds, to experience and demonstrate our vision ‘Reaching Up, Reaching Out’.

Paid weeks per year: 52 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Fixed term: Minimum until the end of the Summer Term 2027

Start date: 4 January 2027

About the Role

The right teacher for our school will:

• have high expectations for all children
• be an excellent practitioner- able to motivate children to achieve their full potential
• support the Catholic Ethos (even if not Catholic)
• have strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Oversee a subject (if suitable) and support the development of the curriculum
• be able to maintain and develop professional relationships with the whole school community
• be committed to safeguarding all children.

By joining St. Bernadette’s, you will:

• be welcomed by a fun, friendly and collaborative staff team
• work with children who are enthusiastic, keen to learn and proud of their school
• be supported by a motivational and committed Senior Leadership team who will support you in being the best practitioner you can be
• be part of a team who uses research to inform practice
• have opportunities to develop professionally.

Job shares/part time applicants are welcome to apply.

Visits are warmly welcome. We hope that you can then see and feel for yourself the wonderful prospects that this role has to offer. Alternatively, please visit our website www.stberns.com.

For further details please contact the school on Tel: 01273 553813 or email: position@stberns.brighton-hove.sch.uk. Completed CES application forms will be accepted by email/post direct to the school.

Closing date: Monday 12th October 2026 at midnight

Interview date: Monday 19th October 2026

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email/post direct to the school office:
position@stberns.brighton-hove.sch.uk
St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School, Preston Road, Brighton, BN1 6UT

Telephone: (01273) 553813

Website: www.stberns.com

Additional Information

Please ensure you apply with Catholic Education form, downloaded from above orCatholic Education Website

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

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.