Job Description

Year 2 Class Teacher

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Posted on 17 October 2025
Salary 31,650-49,084 Contract Fixed Term Closing Date Apply by 14 November 2025

Location

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Rudyard Kipling Primary School & Nursery, Chalkland Rise, Woodingdean, Brighton, BN2 6RH






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Job Summary

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Job reference orbis/TP/387386/45706
Positions available 1
Working hours 32.5
Closing date 14 November 2025
Job category Teaching & Leadership
Organisation Brighton & Hove City Council
Directorate BHCC: External

Job introduction

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The Governors of Rudyard Kipling Primary School and Nursery wish to appoint an inspiring, highly motivated and child centred teacher on a fixed term basis for two terms (in the first instance).


You will:

Be an amazing teacher who loves to engage and inspire young minds inside the classroom and out Possess high expectations for every child in your class, including those with additional needs Recognise the importance of establishing positive relationships with every child in your class 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:

Wonderful children who are proud and respectful of their school A supportive induction process 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 face paced environment Wonderful school grounds, Forest School and access to the beautiful countryside for outdoor learning

Paid weeks per year

: 52

Fixed term:

Until 31 August 2026 to cover maternity leave

Start date

: 5 January 2026

About the role

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We welcome applications from all sections of the community but particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, LGBT as these groups are currently under-represented in our Directorate workforce.


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 Thursday 6th November at 5pm and Friday 7th November 9:45am Please book a space on a tour at the above email.

Closing date

: 14th November 2025 at 9am

Interview date:

19th November 2025

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

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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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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.