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Teacher

Nelson Academy, Downham Market, Norfolk, PE38 9PF

This job expired on 19 June 2026 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  19 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  2 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time (Can be done as a job share): 19.5 hours per week
• Contract type: Fixed term - until 31st March 2027 - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPR

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Opportunity

We are looking for a passionate and skilled Teacher who will inspire every pupil to achieve their full potential. You will plan and deliver engaging, high-quality lessons, create a positive learning environment, and work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the wider Trust.

About You

• A degree (or equivalent) and QTS.
• Proven strategies to support learning for all pupils, including those with additional needs.
• Creativity and flexibility in your teaching approach.
• Strong behaviour management skills that build mutual respect.
• A willingness to embrace technology and new ways of working.
• A growth mindset and commitment to your own professional learning

What the school offers its staff

At EMAT, you’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking Trust that invests in its people and we offer all employees:

• A leadership team who listen and act on feedback.
• High-quality CPD and clear career development pathways.
• A highly trained team to support learning.
• Wellbeing support, including access to employee assistance programmes.
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working opportunities.
• Being part of a Trust that values inclusion, diversity, and collaboration.
• Peace of mind with some of the most generous pension schemes in the job market.

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.

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About Nelson Academy

• School type: Academy, 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: Nelson Academy website
• Email address: peopleadvisoryservices@eastern-mat.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/nelson-academy

Nelson Academy, is committed to fostering an inclusive and high-achieving learning environment in the heart of Downham Market. We work closely with our community and families to ensure every child reaches their full potential through a culture of excellence, opportunity, and high expectations. Our mission focuses on raising aspirations, embracing challenges, and transforming lives through education. Join us to be part of a school that values every individual and strives for outstanding outcomes. 

Arranging a visit to Nelson Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email peopleadvisoryservices@eastern-mat.co.uk.

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