Teacher

Place Farm Primary Academy, Haverhill, Suffolk, CB9 8HF

12 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  18 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  6 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPR (£32,916 - £45,352 per annum, pro rata)

Teacher job summary

Place Farm Primary Academy and Coupals Primary Academy Unity Schools Partnership

Part-Time Teacher (0.5 FTE) - Two posts

Specialism: SEND, Nursery, EYFS and Key Stage 1  

Start Date: September 2026

Contract Type: Permanent, part time (0.5 FTE)

Salary: MPR (£32,916 - £45,352 per annum, pro rata)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for two part-time (0.5 FTE) teachers to join either Place Farm Primary Academy or Coupals Primary Academy at a time of growth and development across both schools. We are seeking skilled, committed and child‑centred teachers with a strong interest and experience in SEND, Nursery, EYFS and Key Stage 1, who are passionate about making a difference for our youngest and most vulnerable learners. After one full year, you could start the SENDCo qualification to support your professional growth. 

The successful candidates will: 

• Lead and deliver specific SEND interventions to support pupils with additional and complex needs.
• Work directly within our Nursery provision, supporting high‑quality early learning experiences.
• Spend part of the week teaching and supporting learning in EYFS and/or Key Stage 1.
• Work closely with class teachers, SENDCo and leaders to ensure provision is well planned, inclusive and impactful.
• Contribute fully to assessment, planning, review and communication with families, in line with a teacher’s professional responsibilities.
• Responsibilities will be commensurate with a teacher’s role, with a clear focus on inclusive practice, high expectations and strong outcomes for pupils. 

We Are Looking For Someone Who: 

• Is a qualified teacher with experience in Nursery, EYFS, KS1 and/or SEND.
• Has strong knowledge of early child development and inclusive practice.
• Is skilled in delivering targeted interventions and adapting teaching to meet individual needs.
• Values collaboration and works effectively as part of a team.
• Is reflective, motivated and committed to professional learning.
• Shares our commitment to inclusion, equality and high aspirations for all pupils. 

We Offer: 

• The opportunity to work in one of our supportive and inclusive schools within a strong and values‑driven trust.
• A chance to help shape and develop SEND and early years provision during an exciting period of growth and development.
• A welcoming, collaborative staff team who place children at the heart of everything they do.
• Access to high‑quality professional development through Unity Schools Partnership.
• A role where your work will have a direct and meaningful impact on children and families. 

Visits & Applications Visits to either school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Contact Jane Sendall, Executive Headteacher., via admin@placefarm.org.uk or by telephoning 01440 702836.  If you are passionate about early years, inclusion and SEND, and are looking for a part‑time role where you can truly make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 09:00am, 18th May 2026

Interviews: 20th May 2026

Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.

In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.

We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.

Applying for the job

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

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About Place Farm Primary Academy

• School type: Academies, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 403 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Place Farm Primary Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/place-farm-primary-academy

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