Class Teacher

Sapientia Education Trust; Wymondham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education trust is seeking a passionate and enthusiastic teacher for a KS1 class at their primary school in Wymondham. The ideal candidate will be creative, have high expectations for pupil achievement, and enjoy working in a collaborative environment. The role includes engaging students and supporting their holistic development, with opportunities for personal growth within the Trust.

Benefits

Wider opportunities for personal development

Supportive team environment

Engaging school community

Responsibilities

• Teach a KS1 class of Year 1 and 2 pupils.
• Contribute to a broad and exciting curriculum.
• Engage with parents and the wider community.

Skills

Passionate about teaching

Inspiring and creative classroom practitioner

Warm personality and good sense of humour

Very high expectations of pupil behaviour and achievement

Team player

Initiative and self-motivated

Good ICT skills

Job description

We are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic teacher to join our successful and welcoming primary school. The role will be teaching a KS1 class of Year 1 and 2 pupils.

About the School

Rockland St Mary’s Primary School is a member of the Sapientia Education Trust (SET), a multi‑academy Trust comprising 13 primary and 9 secondary schools. The school is a small village school located six miles south of Norwich, close to the River Yare and the Broads National Park. Within our school grounds we have a playground area and a large playing field.

The school prides itself on knowing all the children well and ensuring each child is happy and challenged to learn to their full potential. The atmosphere in school is relaxed and positive, contributing to the high levels of attainment and standards of behaviour.

School Environment

We have a fantastic, friendly staff team and we are passionate about providing a world‑class education within our beautiful small school setting. We endeavour to create a range of enrichment activities for all subjects, including a broad range of trips and visits. Our children love coming to school.

Candidate Profile

• Passionate about teaching
• Inspiring and creative classroom practitioner
• Warm personality and good sense of humour
• Very high expectations of pupil behaviour and achievement
• Works well as part of a team
• Willing to lead subjects across the school
• Willing to contribute to school life beyond class teaching
• Keen to develop an exciting and broad curriculum, while maintaining high levels of attainment in core subjects
• Enjoys working with supportive parents, governors and the wider community
• Initiative and self‑motivated
• Good ICT skills

What We Offer

• A beyond‑the‑academic approach to lessons that encompasses our school values of Believe, Explore, Achieve
• Wonderful children who love coming to school
• A warm, friendly and supportive team of colleagues
• Wider opportunities for personal development and support through the Sapientia Education Trust

Contact & Logistics

For further information about the role or to arrange a school visit, contact the Headteacher on 01508 538345 or email [e-mail].

Closing date – Friday 5 Dec at midday
Interviews – Tuesday 9 Dec