Reception Class teacher

Murrow Primary Academy, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 4HD

15 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  4th January 2027

• Closing date

  2 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  17 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £34,069.00 - £46,940.00 Annually (FTE) Part-time role (0.5), preferably 2.1/2 days per week

Reception Class teacher job summary

Murrow Primary Academy is a warm, welcoming and inclusive school at the heart of its community. We are committed to providing the very best educational experiences for our children and creating a supportive environment where both pupils and staff can flourish. We value collaboration, innovation and professional development, and we are proud of the strong relationships that underpin our school community.

The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner with up-to-date knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum and framework. They will have the ability to inspire, nurture and challenge pupils, enabling every child to achieve their full potential through high-quality teaching and learning experiences.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about shaping young minds and providing children with the very best start to their educational journey. The successful candidate will be a strong advocate for early years education, will model excellent practice and will make a significant contribution to the life and continued development of the school.

We are looking for someone who:

Works effectively and collaboratively as part of a team, contributing ideas, sharing best practice and supporting colleagues to create a consistent, inclusive and high-quality learning environment.

Has a genuine passion for Early Years education and a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.

Is committed to securing the best possible outcomes for all pupils.

Creates a nurturing, stimulating and engaging classroom environment where children feel safe, valued and inspired to learn.

Has high expectations for all learners and a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning.

Builds positive relationships with pupils, parents, carers and colleagues.

Demonstrates enthusiasm, creativity and a willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school.

Shows a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

We can offer:

Friendly, enthusiastic children who enjoy learning and are eager to succeed.

A dedicated, supportive and experienced staff team.

A strong commitment to professional development and career progression.

A caring and inclusive school environment where staff wellbeing is valued.

Opportunities to contribute to the ongoing development and success of the school.

The chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of our children and families.

If you are an enthusiastic and committed teacher who is passionate about Early Years education and dedicated to helping children achieve their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

Join our team at Murrow Primary Academy and help inspire a lifelong love of learning in our youngest children.

Benefits include:

• A caring, nurturing, supportive and welcoming ethos and environment
• Collaborative approach to working
• Opportunities to train/work with other academies within the Diamond Learning Partnership Trust to share best practice and resources
• Opportunities for further professional deveopment
• A friendly, experienced and professional team.

Murrow Primary Academy is part of the Diamond Learning Partnership Trust, a charitable multi-academy trust (MAT) specialising in the Primary and Secondary sector. We are building a thriving community of schools that succeed on behalf of their children.

Further benefits include:

Collaborative approach to working;

Opportunities to train/work with other schools within the Diamond Learning Partnership Trust to share best practice and resources;

A friendly and professional team;

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounted Childcare Vouchers

A caring and supportive working environment;

We warmly welcome you to visit the school before you apply. For information on who we are and what we do why not browse our website: www.murrowprimary.co.uk

Application forms can be downloaded from the Diamond Learning Partnership Trust website: https://diamondlearningtrust.com/career-opportunities/

Application forms with covering letter should be sent to HR@diamondlearningtrust.com

or posted to:

HR Department

The Diamond Learning Partnership Trust

C/o Winhills Primary Academy

Off Duck Lane,

St Neots

Cambridgeshire

PE19 2DX

If you would like to discuss the role or visit the Academy before applying, we would be delighted to welcome you. To make an appointment please contact the school office on 01945 700357 or email: office@murrow.cambs.sch.uk

Diamond Learning Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants are thanked for their interest in this post. Please note that only the candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

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

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 Murrow Primary Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 103 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Murrow Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/murrow-primary-academy-wisbech

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