Class Teacher KS1 / KS2

Brighton & Hove City Council; Brighton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic teacher for a bilingual primary school. This role presents a unique opportunity to work in both Spanish and English. Candidates should have a passion for teaching, strong classroom management skills, and a willingness to embrace bilingual education. With the chance to develop professionally, this position is suitable for both early career and experienced educators. Note that applications must be made electronically to the provided email address.

Qualifications

• Excellent teaching skills and passion for education.
• Ability to plan and adapt teaching to meet diverse needs.
• Commitment to promoting the core values and vision of the school.

Responsibilities

• Use engaging methods to help children learn and understand.
• Create a positive classroom environment that fosters love for learning.
• Establish partnerships with colleagues and parents for effective communication.

Skills

Excellent subject knowledge across the curriculum

Ability to engage students

Experience in teaching English National Curriculum

Spanish language competencies

Job description

Bilingual Primary School, The Droveway, Hove

Job Summary

Job reference

• Positions available 1

Working hours

• Working hours 0.4 FTE
• Closing date 4 February 2026

Job category

• Job category Teaching & Leadership

Organisation

• Organisation Brighton & Hove City Council

Directorate

• Directorate BHCC: External

Job introduction

The Bilingual Primary School offers a unique opportunity to work in a bilingual setting in Spanish and English. The successful candidate will have the advantage of working as part of a friendly, motivated team with engaged pupils during an exciting phase of the school’s development.

We are a unique school with an inclusive vision to provide quality bilingual education for all children. We work with partners and advisers from the UK and overseas, providing ongoing development opportunities for our staff.

Whilst there is no specific level of Spanish language competency required of candidates, we are looking for great teachers who will enthusiastically engage with Spanish language learning and willingness to use what they have learned in the classroom with their pupils from day one. All our class teachers teach some lessons in Spanish with training and support provided based on their individual needs.

Paid weeks per year: 52

Start date: To be confirmed

About the role

The teacher appointed will have the opportunity to make a difference and to gain experience of innovating, creating and leading within an environment of professional autonomy and trust.

This role will suit teachers at the early stage of their careers as well as those with more experience. We particularly welcome applications from candidates who have Spanish language competencies and experience of teaching the English National Curriculum.

Overseas candidates with the right to work in the UK are welcome to apply.

We are looking for excellent teachers who love teaching and:

• Have excellent subject knowledge across the curriculum allowing them to provide exciting contexts through which children can learn and deepen their understanding;
• Create an ethos of eagerness in their class ensuring children love learning, are motivated, confident and constantly prepared to reflect and improve;
• Know their class well and are exceptionally skilled at planning and adapting their teaching to meet the needs of every child;
• Who aspire to promote our core values and vision
• Are continually looking for opportunities to develop their own practice including working within a bilingual curriculum;
• Form positive, proactive partnerships with colleagues, parents and carers with a strong focus on developing effective strategies for communication.

We welcome visits to the school from interested candidates. Please contact the school to make an appointment.

For further information, see the Person Specification attached.

Closing date: 8am on Wednesday 4th February 2026

Interview date: Wednesday 11th February 2026

How to apply: Please note that we only accept electronic applications and do not accept CVs. Please send your completed application form to [e-mail]

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check. The successful applicant will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS.

Company information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

The governors of our school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.