Year 1 Teacher

• Blundeston CEVC Primary School
• Address: Church Road, Blundeston, Lowestoft NR32 5AX
• Salary: MPR
• Hours: Full time
• Contract: Fixed term until August 2026 (may then be possibility of a permanent role)
• Reference: 8137

Blundeston CEVC Primary School are initially seeking to employ an excellent Year 1 Teacher to complete a two-term (Spring-Summer) placement. This may lead to a permanent position.

Your responsibilities

• Plan and teach well-structured lessons to assigned classes, following the school\’s plans, curriculum and schemes of work
• Assess, monitor, record and report on the learning needs, progress and achievements of assigned pupils, making accurate and productive use of assessment. Report this to senior leadership team/Headteacher and to parents/carers in accordance with school policy
• Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of pupils
• Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils
• Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils
• To have responsibility for leading a curriculum area.

What you will need

• Qualified teacher status
• Degree
• Successful primary teaching experience.

About us

We are a village-based school just outside of Lowestoft. We encourage a love of learning across every aspect of school life and have high aspirations for all, rooted in a caring Christian ethos.

What will offer you

• 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.

To find out more

Please read theJob Description (pdf).

Please contact Chris Edwards by calling for an informal chat about the role or a tour of our school.

How to apply

Please read the Application Guidance for School Teachers (word) and complete theApplication Form for School Teachers (word) which should be emailed

Closing date: 8 December 2025.

Interview date: week commencing 8 December 2025.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks required for relevant posts.

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