Year 1 Teacher
Norwich Road Academy, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2HTThis job expired on 21 October 2026 – see similar jobs
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
21 October 2026 at 10:53am
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
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 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
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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