Class Teacher

Suffolk Jobs Direct; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a dedicated teacher to join a supportive and friendly team at a nurturing primary academy. This full-time position focuses on teaching in KS1 and Lower KS2, providing a chance to make a significant impact in a caring community. The school values strong partnerships between home and school, ensuring that pupils reach their full potential. With a modern environment accommodating up to 420 pupils, this role offers the chance to work with enthusiastic learners and contribute to their educational journey. If you're passionate about teaching and want to be part of a committed team, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status is essential for this teaching role.
• Experience in teaching KS1 and Lower KS2 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Full-time teaching, planning, and assessment reporting.
• Engaging with parents to support pupil learning.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Classroom Management

Assessment Reporting

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Job description

Job Description

• Thurston CE Primary Academy - Bury St Edmunds IP31 3FT
• Salary: MPR
• Full-time
• Maternity cover
• Reference: 7195
• Start date: 1 September 2025

We are seeking an outstanding teacher to join our supportive and friendly team. The role involves full-time teaching, planning, and assessment reporting. This position is for maternity cover, with the ability to teach in KS1 and Lower KS2, specific year groups to be discussed at interview.

Our school is a caring community with dedicated staff and governors, committed to providing a supportive environment that enables pupils to reach their potential across all areas of learning. As a Church of England school, we uphold a clear Christian ethos and maintain strong ties with the local church.

We value a strong partnership between school and home and work closely with parents to deliver the best possible education for our pupils.

In 2021, we relocated to a larger site in Norton Road, Thurston, to accommodate our expansion from 210 to 420 pupils. Our modern school environment currently serves 336 pupils across 13 classes.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our caring team of professionals working with enthusiastic pupils.

To find out more:

Websites:

• http://thurstonprimary.net/
• http://thedwastreeducationtrust.org.uk/

Visits to the school to discuss the post are encouraged. To arrange a visit or speak with the Headteacher, please call 01359 230444 or email [e-mail].

How to apply:

Please review the job description (docx) and complete the application form (docx). You can request these by contacting the school office or downloading from the links above.

Deadline for applications: midday, 12 May 2025.

Interview date: 21 May 2025.

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