Teacher of Mathematics, Brighton – ECTs welcome to apply

Patcham High School, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 8PB

5 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  19 October 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  14 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (742)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Mathematics
• Working pattern: Full time (Can be done as a job share): School day Monday to Friday 8:30am-3:00pm
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Main Pay Scale/UPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our Maths Department. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, dynamic and committed teacher of Mathematics to join our successful and forward-thinking Maths Team from January 2027.

ECTs and candidates looking for full or part-time hours are welcome to apply

Located on the outskirts of Brighton, Patcham High is vibrant, proud and successful. We have an unshakeable faith in the power of high-quality teaching and want the very best for all our students.

This is a position for a person capable of making an impact; passionate about education and relentless in the pursuit of improved standards and outcomes for learners in Maths. We are looking for a teacher with:

• A passion for mathematics and a commitment to achieving the very best outcomes for all students.
• High expectations that inspire, motivate and challenge learners.
• The ability to build positive relationships and foster a love of learning.
• A commitment to inclusive practice and the belief that every student can succeed.
• The skills and confidence to teach Mathematics across Years 7-11.
• Strong classroom practice and a commitment to continual professional development.
• Resilience, enthusiasm and a positive, solution-focused approach.

What the school offers its staff

In joining Patcham High you will find a creative and supportive culture within a school that is hugely aspirational. We place great importance on positive relationships, teamwork and a ‘can do attitude’. We believe that we are at the cutting edge and, with exciting challenges ahead, this is a brilliant time to join the school. We offer a generous pension scheme, staff discounts available through the school, travel to work and cycle to work schemes, gym membership, CPD opportunities and more.

We welcome applications from colleagues who are determined to make a difference.

To apply please download the application form from the school’s website https://www.patchamhigh.brighton-hove.sch.uk/join-us/work-with-us/current-vacancies and email to Elise Holmes, PA to Headteacher eholmes@patchamhigh.org.uk If you have any questions or would like to arrange a visit please contact Elise either by email or by telephone (01273 503908).

Patcham High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to have a staff body that matches the social and cultural diversity of our student intake. We are open to flexible working. This post is suitable for both ECTs and experienced teachers.

*We reserve the right to interview on application should a suitable candidate become available and we have the right to withdraw this advert prior to the closing date.

Brighton & Hove Schools – Taking Action for Equality

Closing Date*: Monday 19th October at 9am.

Interviews: Soon after closing date

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.

https://www.patchamhigh.brighton-hove.sch.uk/join-us/work-with-us/current-vacanciesPlease download copy of our application form from our website. Job Description/Person Specification can be found there too:

Commitment to safeguarding

Patcham High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

..Classroom Teacher Job Description PHS Mar 26.pdf - 129 KB (opens in new tab)

..Classroom Teacher Person Specification Mar 26.pdf - 73.7 KB (opens in new tab)

..Safeguarding Statement Job Adverts 05 26.pdf - 144 KB (opens in new tab)

About Patcham High School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1074 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Patcham High School website
• Email address: eholmes@patchamhigh.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/patcham-high-school

Located on the outskirts of Brighton, Patcham High is vibrant, proud and successful. We have an unshakeable faith in the power of high quality teaching and want the very best for all our students.

Arranging a visit to Patcham High School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email eholmes@patchamhigh.org.uk.

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