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We are always interested in hearing from exceptional candidates who share our vision and values. All current vacancies will be listed on our website with clear information about how to apply.
We offer the chance to work in a school that is ambitious, inclusive and full of energy. If you’re ready for your next challenge, we look forward to welcoming your application.
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. All successful candidates 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.
We reserve the right to interview on application should a suitable candidate become available and we have the right to withdraw an advert prior to the closing date.*
Brighton & Hove Schools – Taking Action for Equality
The support staff application form can be downloaded from the link on the right hand side of the page if you are viewing on a computer or tablet or at the bottom of the page on a mobile phone.
Current Teaching Staff Vacancies
Please see below
Teacher of Maths – Maternity Cover
This is a fantastic opportunity to join our Maths Department. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, dynamic and committed teacher of Maths to join our successful and forward-thinking 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 an exciting opportunity to work within a strong team of specialist, highly committed and enthusiastic teachers. The successful applicant will join our mathematics department which has been recognised across the school for its excellence in teaching and learning.
We are looking for a teacher with:
- A passion for Mathematics.
- A track record of success in enabling attainment and achievement.
- High expectations which inspire, enthuse, motivate and challenge students.
- Readiness to teach Y7-11.
- Creditability as a classroom practitioner.
- Grit and resilience.
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.
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.
If you have any questions or to apply, please contact Elise Holmes, Headteacher’s PA either by telephone on 01273 543484, or email to eholmes@patchamhigh.org.uk
| Job Title | Maths Teacher |
|---|---|
| Pay Range |
MPS ECTs and candidates looking for full or part-time hours are welcome to apply |
| Closing Date | Monday 19th October 2026 at 12 noon |
| Interviews | Soon after closing |
PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS BY CV
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.
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
Maths-Teacher-Advert-Jan-27.pdf
Classroom-Teacher-Person-Specification-Mar-27.pdfClassroom-Teacher-Job-Description-PHS-Mar-27.pdfTEACHERS-APPLIC-FORM-26.docx
Support Staff Vacancies
Please see below
We are looking for a calm, confident person to be our first point of contact for visitors to our school (required as soon as possible). As well as the usual Reception duties there are some additional administrative duties included in this rolet. The ideal candidate will have previous experience of working in a busy reception environment, a pleasant telephone manner, have an understanding of working with young people, will need to work as part of a team and be helpful and welcoming to all our visitors. Experience of working in a school environment and a working knowledge of SIMS would be a distinct advantage.
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,
If you have any questions or to submit your completed application form, please contact Elise Holmes, either by telephone on 01273 543484, or email to eholmes@patchamhigh.org.uk
| Job Title | Receptionist - Part-time - 2 days a week (Thursday and Friday) |
|---|---|
| Pay Range |
The Salary Scale for this post is an Admin/Org Role B, Scale 4a, Point 9-10, (£28,153 - £28,608 FTE). The actual pro-rata starting salary is £9,888 - £10,048 per annum (paid for 45.05 weeks per year). |
| Hours |
15 hours per week Thursday and Friday 7:45am - 3:45pm Term time only with a 30 minute (unpaid) lunchbreak each day. |
| Closing Date | Wednesday 21st October 2026 at 12 noon |
| Intervew Date | Soon after closing |
PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS BY CV
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.
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.
Receptionist-Advert-Oct-26.pdfReceptionist-JD-Person-Spec-Oct-26.pdfReceptionist-Duties-Responsibilities-Oct-26.pdf
SUPPORT-STAFF-APPLIC-FORM-26.docx
We require an enthusiastic, energetic, committed and skilled Crisis Intervention Practitioner to work within our school. The postholder will provide intensive educational and pastoral intervention for young people at risk of exclusion, disengagement, poor attendance, exploitation or other forms of crisis. The practitioner will need to build trusted relationships with vulnerable pupils, support schools
to maintain engagement and develop practical strategies to prevent exclusion and improve educational outcomes.
Candidates should have:
- Experience working with vulnerable groups and young people.
- Experience supporting young people displaying challenging or high-risk behaviours.
- Knowledge of exclusion processes and barriers to school engagement.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to engage hard-to-reach young people.
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
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.If you have any questions or to submit your completed application form, please contact Elise Holmes, either by telephone on 01273 543484, or email eholmes@patchamhigh.org.uk
| Job Title | Crisis Intervention Practitioner (Education) |
|---|---|
| Pay Range |
The Salary Scale for this post is LGA Scale SO1/2, £35,570 - £40,444 FTE). The actual pro-rata starting salary is £30,816 - £35,039 (paid for 45.05 weeks per year) Fixed term contract for 1 year (with the possibility of an extension) |
| Hours |
37 hours per week Monday to Thursday 8am - 4pm, Friday 8am - 3:30pm |
| Closing Date | Monday 9th November 2026 at 12 noon |
| Intervew Date | Soon after closing |
PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS BY CV
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.
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.
Crisis-Intervention-Practitioner-Education-Oct-26.pdfCrisis-Intervention-Practitioner-Education-Key-Responsibilities-Oct-26.pdfSUPPORT-STAFF-APPLIC-FORM-26.docx
We require an enthusiastic, energetic, committed and skilled Crisis Intervention Practitioner to work within our school. The postholder will provide specialist social care-informed intervention for young people and families experiencing crisis, safeguarding concerns, family breakdown, neglect, exploitation risk or significant vulnerability. The post holder will bridge the gap between schools,
families and statutory services to ensure timely support and coordinated intervention.
Candidates should have:
- Qualification or significant experience in social work, family support, early help or safeguarding services.
- Experience working with vulnerable young people and families.
- Knowledge of safeguarding legislation, child protection processes and multi-agency working.
- Strong assessment, communication and report-writing skills.
- Ability to work effectively with families experiencing crisis and resistance to services.
- Understanding of the impact of trauma, neglect and exploitation on children and young people.
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.If you have any questions or to submit your completed application form, please contact Elise Holmes, either by telephone on 01273 543484, or email eholmes@patchamhigh.org.uk
| Job Title | Crisis Intervention Practitioner (Education) |
|---|---|
| Pay Range |
The Salary Scale for this post is LGA Scale SO1/2, £35,570 - £40,444 FTE). The actual pro-rata starting salary is £30,816 - £35,039 (paid for 45.05 weeks per year) Fixed term contract for 1 year (with the possibility of an extension) |
| Hours |
37 hours per week Monday to Thursday 8am - 4pm, Friday 8am - 3:30pm |
| Closing Date | Monday 9th November 2026 at 12 noon |
| Intervew Date | Soon after closing |
PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS BY CV
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.
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.
Crisis-Intervention-Practitioner-FamilySupport-Nov-26-Advert.docx
Crisis-Intervention-Practitioner-Family-Support-Key-Responsibilities-Oct-26.pdfSUPPORT-STAFF-APPLIC-FORM-26.docx
Other Vacancies
Please see below
We currently have a vacancy on our governing board for a former student/alumni of Patcham High School to join as a co-opted governor
If this is something you may be interested in, please find further information below
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Information for New Starters
Please find below links to all the key policies and documents you will need to have read before starting at Patcham High School
Keeping-children-safe-in-education-2025-part-one-information-for-all-school-and-college-staff.pdf
PHS-HS-Policy-2024.pdfPHS-Privacy-Notice-2024.pdfPHS-Safeguarding-and-Child-Protection-Policy.pdfPHS-Code-of-conduct-for-school-staff.pdfPHS-Social-networking-Policy-b2b.pdfGSWP-Feb-2022-v2-1.pdfPHS-Safe-school.pdf