Lead Teacher

Wensum Junior School, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 4HB

8 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  15 October 2026 at 5pm

• Date listed

  6 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £34,069.00 - £52,835.00 Annually (Actual)

Lead Teacher job summary

Lead Teacher -Wensum Junior School
Permanent
Grade: MPS1 - UPS3 (depending on experience) + SEN allowance
Start date: January 2027

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Lead Teacher to lead teaching and learning within our Specialist Hub of Inclusive Practice (SHIP) for KS2 pupils with a range of co-occurring needs, enabling them to make progress from their individual starting points.

The Specialist Hub of Inclusive Practice (SHIP) is a hub of inclusive excellence, leading in child centred, evidence-based inclusive education and practice. It is an additionally resourced provision, providing differentiated and bespoke learning opportunities and tailored environments and resources that enable children to be effectively supported within a mainstream school.

As a Lead class teacher, you will create a positive, inclusive learning environment where children are inspired, challenged, and supported to reach their full potential. The purpose of this role is to provide high-quality teaching and learning that supports the achievement, progress, and well-being of all pupils.

You will take responsibility for the learning and development of pupils in your care, working closely with colleagues, parents/carers, and external partners to meet individual needs. You will demonstrate professionalism in your teaching practice, uphold the highest standards of behaviour and conduct, and contribute to a strong team ethos within the school.

You will carry out your duties in line with the Teachers’ Standards and the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document, maintaining a strong focus on safeguarding, promoting children’s well-being, and upholding the values and expectations of the school community.

We encourage school visits, if you would like to discuss the role or book a visit to the school please contact the school office.

Please refer to the job description and recruitment pack for full person specification.

Evolution Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end, you will be required to undergo pre‐employment checks, including a social media search. This post will come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and a successful applicant would be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

Why work for us?

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. We’re open to flexible working arrangements for roles where suitable. Please include your preferred working hours in your application for consideration.

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

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end, you may be required to undergo pre-employment checks.
This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Wensum Junior School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 7 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 153 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 7 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Wensum Junior School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/wensum-junior-school-norwich

At Wensum Junior School we are committed to providing a safe, nurturing and positive learning environment for all children to learn. We are on an exciting journey, We are a Junior School in Norwich teaching children aged 7-11 close to Norwich city centre.

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