BLUNDESTON CEVC PRIMARY SCHOOL

JOB VACANCIES

 

 Y5 CLASS TEACHER (MAT LEAVER COVER)

• Full Time Class Teacher for Y5
• This is a temporary vacancy to cover maternity leave
• Required from September 2026

This is a temporary vacancy to cover maternity leave (anticipated to be two terms).

We are looking for an excellent teacher who:

Will maintain the exceptionally high standards of teaching and learning established at the school, whilst effectively implementing the most current teaching strategies.

Has a successful record of effective, creative and outstanding teaching.

Has the ability to support and challenge our amazing children, whilst nurturing and meeting their needs and learning behaviours to prepare them for their future learning journey.

Will demonstrate excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.

Will be an active member of our school team and contribute to the school’s Christian and nurturing ethos.

Will be able to lead a curriculum subject across the school.

Will promote collaboration, partnership and meaningful links with all members of our community.

Is flexible in their approach, open to new ideas and must be a team player who is passionate about teaching.

 

Y1 CLASS TEACHER

• Full Time Class Teacher for Y1, initially for one year but could lead to a permanent position 
• MPR 1 – 6, £32,916 - £45,352 per annum pro rata
• Hours: Full Time
• Contract: Initially temporary for one year, but may lead to permanent
• Required from September 2026
• ECTs are welcome to apply.

We are looking for an excellent Year 1 teacher to join our fantastic team at Blundeston.  ECTs are welcome to apply.  We are looking for somebody who:

Will maintain the exceptionally high standards of teaching and learning established at the school, whilst effectively implementing the most current teaching strategies.

Has a successful record of effective, creative and outstanding teaching.

Has the ability to support and challenge our amazing children, whilst nurturing and meeting their needs and learning behaviours to prepare them for their future learning journey.

Will demonstrate excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.

Will be an active member of our school team and contribute to the school’s Christian and nurturing ethos.

Will be able to lead a curriculum subject across the school.

Will promote collaboration, partnership and meaningful links with all members of our community.

Is flexible in their approach, open to new ideas and must be a team player who is passionate about teaching.

We can offer:

• friendly and experienced colleagues who take pride in their work and actively seek ways to improve their practice
• a calm, purposeful working environment with delightful, well-behaved children who are eager to learn and proud of their school
• a highly inclusive ethos which meets the needs of individual children within our setting
• a supportive teaching environment with a variety of resources
• a commitment to supporting continuous professional development

In return we ask that you:

• have a commitment to the safeguarding and wellbeing of all children
• be an engaging and motivating teacher with experience of primary teaching

• have high expectations for both learning and behaviour, with a genuine belief in the potential of every child and a commitment to inclusive practice
• are an engaging and motivating teacher who is reflective and open to new approaches
• are a team player who can form positive and professional relationships with children, colleagues and parents
• are committed to your own professional development
• have a willingness to innovate and lead an area of the school curriculum

To find out more:

If you would like an informal discussion prior to submitting your application for either role, you are welcome to contact Chris Edwards, Headteacher on 01502 730 488 or email: admin@blundeston.suffolk.sch.uk

 We reserve the right to close the advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants. Please ensure you submit an application at your earliest convenience.

Suffolk County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

An enhanced DBS check is required for this post and candidates will be expected to demonstrate their commitment to safeguarding during the selection and interview process.

This post comes under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations