Year 1 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Job introduction

St Mary’s is a happy, successful and inclusive Catholic school. We are looking to appoint a highly motivated, inspirational and committed Year 1 teacher to join our team from November 2025. All are welcome to apply.

We are looking for someone who will be:

• Committed to creating a stimulating learning environment
• Inspirational in the classroom
• Full of enthusiasm
• Supportive of our Catholic ethos

The successful candidate will:

• Be an excellent practitioner, with a real commitment to raising achievement and standards
• Ideally have Key Stage 1 experience
• Have high expectations and have the ability to plan an inspiring, creative curriculum that ensures all children make good or better progress

We can offer you:

• a school that is striving for excellence
• excellent opportunities for professional development
• polite and enthusiastic pupils, who are eager to learn
• a warm and friendly working environment

Paid weeks per year: 52

Fixed term: Until 31 August 2026 - to cover maternity leave

Start date: To be confirmed

About the role

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. For more information, to arrange a visit or request an application pack, please contact the Office on 01273 418416 or email office@stmarys.brighton-hove.sch.uk. We look forward to hearing from you.

Closing date: 9 October 2025

Interview date: 15 October 2025

How to apply: Applications must be made on CES (Catholic Education Service) Application forms. Completed application forms accepted by email direct to the school office: office@stmarys.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Telephone: 01273 418416

Website: https://www.stmarys.brighton-hove.sch.uk/

Additional information

Please ensure you apply with Catholic Education form, downloaded from below or Catholic 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

St Mary’s Catholic School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.