About Us
At Portfield, we care about people.
Our aim is to help everyone in our school community to be great so that the world can be an even better place.
The Portfield Way
- Life at Portfield is underpinned by hard work and positive learning habits - behaviours that are so ingrained in us that we do them without thinking. They are just 'who we are'.
- We believe that our knowledge-rich curriculum empowers our children to be deeply knowledgeable about the world so that they can transform it now and in the future.
- At Portfield, we believe that it is vital that our children feel part of, and give back to, the communities they live in. Understanding the value of community is central to our ethos.
- We don't just discuss it though, we live it.
Job Details
- Salary: M1 to UPS 3
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Working Pattern: Monday - Friday
- Location: Portfield Primary Academy
- Interviews: 19.05.2026
What You Need to Succeed
Our Opportunity
Your Passion. Our Community. Their Future.
The classroom is your canvas. We are looking for a Class Teacher who doesn't just follow a lesson plan, but breathes life into it. If you are someone who thrives on creating "lightbulb moments" and believes that education should be an adventure, you belong in our Trust.
We are looking for a creative architect of learning, someone who can take the curriculum and turn it into something immersive, interactive, and impossible to forget. Whether you are using new technology, outdoor spaces, or simply your own storytelling to engage your pupils, we provide the supportive environment you need to try new ideas and innovate.
Whether you are an Early Career Teacher with fresh ideas or an experienced hand looking for a new spark, we are interested in your drive to level the playing field for every child. In our community, your voice is heard, your creativity is celebrated and your commitment to excellence is matched by our commitment to you. Let's build a future where every child, no matter their starting point, can thrive.
The ideal Class Teacher will need to:
- Understand the principles and practices associated with instructional teaching;
- Be an exceptional teacher who is confident to lead your class as the knowledgeable expert in the room;
- Have a strong belief that knowledge brings choice and that choice brings freedom;
- Have a desire to improve the lives of young people;
- Work well as a team member and have strong interpersonal skills;
- Have extremely high and consistent expectations of pupil behaviour.
Benefits of Working With Us
- Excellent ongoing CPD and training programs with a wealth of high quality development opportunities for all stages of career
- Coaching and mentoring from the academy's experienced leadership team
- A comprehensive induction programme
- Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
- The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
Further Information
Portfield Primary Academy and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.
