Part-Time Class Teacher

Job introduction

Fixed term: Until 31 August 2026 to cover maternity leave

Start date: January 2026 or before if possible

We are looking for an enthusiastic teacher to join our dedicated and experienced staff team and work as part of a job share with a class of brilliant children. This is a part time role and is on a temporary contract basis.

St. Andrew’s is a positive and progressive school and an exciting and rewarding place to work. We have a hardworking, friendly staff team who are united in the belief that we are all learning together. We are proud to be a Church of England school and our mission is, ‘To inspire a love of learning and live ‘life in all its fullness’ (John 10:10), ensuring everyone can flourish and be the best that they can be.’

About the role

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic teacher to join our fantastic team, who shares our vision of high aspirations, achievement and a passion for learning.

The successful candidate will:

• Have an understanding of how excellent teaching has an impact on pupil progress
• Be highly motivated and creative
• Be inspirational, very well organised with a positive ‘can do’ attitude
• View teaching as a vocation and love their work
• Be a team player, with good interpersonal skills
• Be sympathetic and supportive of the Christian ethos (You do not have to be a practising Christian)
• Be an excellent role model to children, colleagues and parents, exemplifying our core values of love and respect
• Have high expectations of behaviour and achievement for all children

In return, we will give you:

• The opportunity to shine and share your strengths with others
• Freedom to innovate
• Truly remarkable, highly motivated children
• A fun, friendly, supportive staff team and school community
• Inspiring outdoor learning spaces
• The latest technology in classrooms
• On-going professional development
• Excellent support staff
• Excellent SEND support across the school
• An engaged, active community in the centre of a diverse, inclusive and vibrant city

We warmly welcome visits to the school. If you would like to make an appointment or have an informal discussion about the role with Sophie Thomas (Headteacher), please contact the school office.

Email: recruitment@st-andrews.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Telephone number: 01273 770082

CLOSING DATE: Thursday 25th September 2025 midday

INTERVIEW DATE: Week beginning Monday 29th September 2025

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email to recruitment@st-andrews.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Telephone: (01273) 770082

Website: http://www.st-andrews.brighton-hove.sch.uk/

Additional information

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

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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.