Teacher

Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 4BB

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  6 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  26 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: Part-Time or Full-Time Class Teacher
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Main Pay Scale

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you an inspirational and dedicated teacher looking to join a thriving village school with a strong sense of community and a commitment to excellence?

Brighstone CE Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated and reflective teacher to join our team from January 2027. Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and those earlier in their teaching career. The position is available on either a part-time or full-time basis, depending on the successful candidate.

Rated 'Good' by Ofsted, we are proud of our nurturing ethos, high expectations and commitment to ensuring every child thrives academically, personally and spiritually. We are looking for someone who shares our passion for inspiring young minds and making learning meaningful, engaging and inclusive.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• A welcoming and supportive team committed to achieving the best outcomes for every child
• A forward-thinking and inclusive school environment where staff wellbeing is valued
• Enthusiastic, polite and motivated children who enjoy learning
• A strong commitment to professional development and career progression through high-quality CPD opportunities
• Supportive leadership and opportunities to contribute to school improvement
• A positive work-life balance and collaborative approach to curriculum development
• Strong partnerships with families, governors, the local community and our church
• The opportunity to work in a beautiful rural setting on the Isle of Wight
• A school culture where innovation, creativity and new ideas are encouraged and celebrated

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for all pupils
• Has a passion for delivering engaging and inspiring learning experiences
• Is committed to inclusion and meeting the needs of all learners
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills
• Is committed to ongoing professional development and reflective practice
• Will actively support and uphold the Christian ethos and values of our school

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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.

About Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 97 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School website
• Email address: sbm@fosay.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/brighstone-church-of-england-aided-primary-school

Arranging a visit to Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email sbm@fosay.co.uk.

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