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Barnham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Nr Thetford, Suffolk, IP24 2NG

7 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  27 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  20 April 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - 12 months aprx - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS - UPS1

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a fabulous teacher who:

• is committed to supporting all children to flourish and achieve their full potential
• has high expectations of behaviour and attainment
• brings learning to life
• is committed to developing, valuing and growing positive relations with all members of the school community.

Our successful candidate will have a strong belief in teamwork with the ability to work collaboratively; sharing good practice and learning from and with others. You will have the interpersonal skills to model and live out our Christian values; showing empathy, respect, trust and courage within our school.

The specific year group can be determined based on the experience of candidates

What the school offers its staff

At Barnham CEVC Primary we can offer you:

• a happy, caring, and supportive staff team with equally supportive parents and carers
• a wealth of professional development opportunities
• skilled and talented teaching assistants across the school
• a supportive environment to flourish in your career

“pupils and staff are inspired to flourish and are cherished in this supportive environment.” SIAMs 2023

• a comprehensive employee wellbeing service, including 24/7 GP telephone access, free flu vaccinations, counselling inc. specific menopause counselling, physiotherapy support etc.

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.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Barnham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 159 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Barnham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School website
• Email address: head@barnham.suffolk.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01842 890253
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/barnham-church-of-england-voluntary-controlled-primary-school

Arranging a visit to Barnham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email head@barnham.suffolk.sch.uk.

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