Year 1 Teacher

Norwich Road Academy, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2HT

16 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  22 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  6 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time: Term Time + 1 week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPR

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Opportunity

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 1 Teacher to join our team. You will inspire and challenge pupils through engaging teaching, foster a nurturing and inclusive learning environment, and be committed to helping every child flourish. Working closely with colleagues, families, and the wider Trust, you will play a key role in shaping positive outcomes for all learners.

About You

• A degree in a relevant subject (or equivalent) and QTS.
• Awareness of strategies available to improve the learning andachievement of all students.
• Strong classroom experience with an enthusiastic and engaging approach.
• Able to relate to students in a pleasant and sympathetic manner and recognise potential child safeguarding issues.
• Confident user of standard IT packages, particularly when used toenhance student learning.
• Able to communicate with students and their parents/ carers both verbally and in writing.

What the school offers its staff

Why Join Us?

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.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Norwich Road Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 317 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Norwich Road Academy website
• Email address: peopleadvisoryservices@eastern-mat.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/norwich-road-academy

Norwich Road Academy is a thriving, larger-than-average primary school located in the heart of Thetford, Norfolk. We offer Nursery provision through to Year 6, with excellent facilities including a large sports field, outdoor learning areas, and a dedicated library. We promote strong values, high aspirations, and a supportive learning environment where children are proud of who they are and where they come from. We welcome you to visit and discover what makes our academy a special place to learn and grow. 

Arranging a visit to Norwich Road Academy

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

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