Teacher
Brede Primary School, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 6DG10 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
15 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
5 May 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1 - UP3
What skills and experience we're looking for
- Experience teaching in EYFS.
- A hardworking, conscientious team player with enthusiasm, resilience and a good sense of humour.
- Excellent subject knowledge and understanding of the curriculum.
- A creative, reflective approach which motivates, challenges and supports every child.
- The ability to adapt learning to meet the needs of all pupils, including those with additional needs.
- A nurturing, emotionally intelligent approach to children's social and emotional wellbeing.
- Strong relationship-building skills with children, colleagues and families.
- A kind, patient, intuitive and positive approach to teaching and learning.
- A commitment to
professional development.
What the school offers its staff
- Wonderful children who are eager to learn and have exemplary behaviour and attitudes.
- A warm and welcoming school community with a strong team spirit.
- A supportive and compassionate senior leadership team.
- A warm, positive school culture and ethos, with high expectations.
- A genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
- A positive and thriving school environment. Our most recent Ofsted inspection was in March 2026 and will be published soon.
- Supportive and engaged parents and community.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- A beautiful village location and small-school feel, where your contribution is truly valued.
Further information about the job
The Governors of Brede Primary School take the safety of our children very seriously. References will be taken up before the interview date; no open references will be accepted. The successful candidate will also be required to obtain an enhanced DBS clearance and complete a disqualification declaration before starting the position. All applications must be submitted on the correct application form; CVs will not be accepted. All applications will be considered regardless of creed, culture, class, race, gender, sexuality and disability.
This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.
The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.
If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you would like to visit and tour the school or have any questions, please contact the main school office:
Tel: 01424 882393
Email: office@brede.e-sussex.sch.uk
Closing date: 12pm Friday 15th May 2026. Please send your completed application form to: office@brede.e-sussex.sch.uk
Interview date: Thursday 21st May2026
Further information and an application pack is available to download on our school website.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Brede Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained schools, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 101 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Brede Primary School website
- Email address
- office@brede.e-sussex.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01424 882393
Are you passionate about making a real difference in children’s lives? Do you enjoy working as part of a supportive team in a nurturing and inclusive environment? If so, Brede Primary School would love to hear from you!
Due to the internal promotion of one of our team, we are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher to join our friendly team. We’re looking for someone who shares our school ethos and values (which you can find on our website: ww.brede.e-sussex.sch.uk). The role will initially be based in EYFS/KS1 and is suitable for ECT’s and more experienced teachers.
At Brede Primary School, we pride ourselves on our welcoming, community-focused atmosphere. Opportunities like this don’t come up often, our team stays because they love being here. You’ll be joining a school where children are encouraged to thrive, and where every member of staff plays a vital role in helping them reach their full potential.
Arranging a visit to Brede Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@brede.e-sussex.sch.uk.
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