Year 1 Class Teacher
Blundeston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 5AXThis job expired on 11 May 2026 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
11 May 2026 at 9am
Date listed
6 May 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Full time (Can be done as a job share): Full time term time role
Contract type
- Fixed term - 1 year but could lead to permanent
Pay scale
- Main Pay Scale
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for an excellent Year 1 teacher to join our fantastic team at Blundeston. ECTs are welcome to apply. We are looking for somebody who:
Will maintain the exceptionally high standards of teaching and learning established at the school, whilst effectively implementing the most current teaching strategies.
Has a successful record of effective, creative and outstanding teaching.
Has the ability to support and challenge our amazing children, whilst nurturing and meeting their needs and learning behaviours to prepare them for their future learning journey.
Will demonstrate excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Will be an active member of our school team and contribute to the school’s Christian and nurturing ethos.
Will be able to lead a curriculum subject across the school.
Will promote collaboration, partnership and meaningful links with all members of our community.
Is flexible in their approach, open to new ideas and must be a team player who is passionate about teaching.
What the school offers its staff
- friendly and experienced colleagues who take pride in their work and actively seek ways to improve their practice
- a calm, purposeful working environment with delightful, well-behaved children who are eager to learn and proud of their school
- a highly inclusive ethos which meets the needs of individual children within our setting
- a supportive teaching environment with a variety of resources
- a commitment to supporting continuous professional development
Further information about the job
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.
About Blundeston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained schools, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 178 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- admin@blundeston.suffolk.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01502730488
Blundeston CEVC Primary School is a small village Church of England primary school based just outside of Lowestoft in Suffolk. We encourage a love of learning across every aspect of school life and have high aspirations for all, rooted in a caring Christian ethos. Blundeston Primary is a school where all are valued and encouraged to flourish.
Arranging a visit to Blundeston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@blundeston.suffolk.sch.uk.
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