Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

Suffolk County Council; Beccles; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff induction

Wellbeing support

Career progression

CPD opportunities

Benefits package

Job summary

The Broads Cognitive Learning Unit at Barnby and North Cove Primary School is seeking an experienced Class Teacher to support pupils with SEND in our cognitive learning unit. You will work as part of a team to deliver plans, assess pupil progress and contribute to overall school routines.

Experience with SEND and safeguarding is essential. The post involves Monday–Friday hours, with a 1-hour CPD per week and a fixed-term maternity cover commencing 9 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience of special educational needs, emotional behavioural difficulties and disability are essential.
• Experience of working with SEND pupils in a school setting is required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate access to learning for SEND pupils within the class.
• Contribute to assessments and maintain accurate records.
• Support the smooth running of the school and adhere to policies and GDPR.

Skills

Follow plans

All ages experience

SEND support

Clear communication

Assessments

Teamwork

GDPR compliance

Confidentiality

CPD participation

Safeguarding

Education

QTS

Degree 2:1+ preferred

Job description

• The Broads Cognitive Learning Unit, Barnby and North Cove Primary School
• Address: Barnby, Beccles, Suffolk NR34 7QB
• Salary: MPR
• Hours: 31.25 + 1-hour CPD per week, Monday to Friday
• Contract: Maternity / Paternity*.Required from 9 November 2026
• Reference: 5434

*Fixed term for 1 year (subject to change).

The Broads Cognitive Learning Unit at Barnby and North Cove Primary School require an experienced, dedicated, and friendly Class Teacher who can work effectively to support pupils with additional needs in our cognitive learning unit. Experience of special educational needs, emotional behavioural difficulties, and disability are essential. Your role is to facilitate access to learning for SEND pupils in the class. This is a challenging role but incredibly rewarding as part of a team which works together to make a real difference to the lives of our children with SEND needs.

We are looking for a Class Teacher who:

• can follow plans and work on their own initiative
• has experience of working with all ages of children in school
• can support a range of abilities including pupils with SEND
• can communicate clearly with children and adults, both verbally and in writing
• can contribute to assessments
• has a willingness to contribute to the general smooth running of our school
• can adhere to policies and procedures and follow GDPR guidelines
• can maintain confidentiality
• has a desire to participate in school and trust CPD opportunities
• has an awareness of Safeguarding.

We will offer you:

• a comprehensive staff induction program
• full support and training from a wider team
• a wide range of staff benefits
• an extensive wellbeing support package
• the opportunity for career progression within the trust
• personalised performance management
• a bespoke package of CPD as required.

Qualifications:

Qualified Teacher Status (Degree 2:1+ preferred).

Line manager:

Academy Head.

To find out more

Please read the Job Description (pdf) and Trust Benefits (pdf).

For further information, please email Kathy Lloyd on [e-mail] or call 01502 476230.

Closing date:

1 pm, 7 October 2026.

Interview date:

9 October 2026.

The Consortium Trust demonstrates and implements safeguarding protocols in all aspects of their working practices and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, and this will include social media checks.