Vacancies
We currently have a vacancy for a Year 1 Class Teacher -
please see the full job description and application form below.
Y1 CLASS TEACHER
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Blundeston CEVC Primary School – Lowestoft NR32 5AX
- Full Time Y1 Class Teacher
- Initially a fixed term contract until 31 August 2026.
- Required start from January or February 2026
We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Year 1 Class Teacher who is passionate about children’s learning and development to join our school community to ensure the effective delivery of teaching and learning. We encourage a love of learning across every aspect of school life and have high aspirations for all, rooted in a caring Christian ethos.
Due to a retirement in school, we are initially seeking to employ an excellent Year 1 teacher to complete a one and a half or two-term (Spring-Summer) placement. This may lead to a permanent position.
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 who are 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 you:
- Have a commitment to the safeguarding and wellbeing of all children
- Be an engaging and motivating teacher with experience of EYFS/KS1 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, 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.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks required for this post.
More Information
Please call the school office on 01502 730488 if you would like to visit our school for a tour and an informal discussion about the role.
The closing date for this job is Monday 8th December 2025 – interviews will be held in the same week.