Year 5 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Job introduction

The Governors of Rudyard Kipling Primary School and Nursery wish to appoint an inspiring, highly motivated and child centred teacher on a temporary basis to cover a maternity leave.

Paid weeks per year: 52

Fixed term: 20 Feb 2027 (or earlier depending on maternity return date) to cover maternity leave

Start date: Monday 23 February 2026 or as soon after the successful candidate is able to start

About the role

You will:

• Be an inspirational teacher who loves to engage and inspire young minds inside the classroom and out
• Recognise the importance of establishing positive relationships with every child in your class
• Possess high expectations for every child in your class, including those with additional needs
• Embrace a culture of continuous improvement, always seeking to improve as a practitioner
• Have the ability to challenge all children in the class using the full spectrum of Quality First teaching strategies and utilise the power of outdoor learning
• Acknowledge every child for the individual they are and be able to teach them accordingly
• Have a nurturing philosophy at the heart of your practice
• Be a team player
• Wish to contribute to the school beyond the classroom and offer to lead a club

We can offer you:

• A supportive induction process
• Wonderful children who are proud and respectful of their school
• Opportunities for you to develop your practice
• A school which has nurture at the heart of everything we do
• A friendly, dedicated and caring staff team
• A lively, vibrant and fast paced environment
• Wonderful school grounds, an exceptional Forest School and access to vast green spaces for outdoor learning

Please note that we do not accept a Curriculum Vitae as a form of application. The job pack and application form are available to download from http://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/jobs/council-jobs. Alternatively, please email jamesstanley@kipling.brighton-hove.sch.uk .

Tours of the school: visits to the school are strongly encouraged. Tours will be held on Tuesday 13th January 2026 at 9:30am, Wednesday 14th January 2026 at 16:30pm. Please book a space on a tour at the above email.

Closing date: Friday 16th January 2026 at 9am

Interview date: Wednesday 21st January 2026, times TBC

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email direct to the school office: jamesstanley@kipling.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Telephone: (01273) 303328

Website: www.rudyardkiplingprimary.co.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

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.