Hethersett Woodside has recently grown to full primary status, from its roots as a small infant school. Having moved into a brand new, state of the art building, the school has been gradually growing for a number of years and now is at capacity; with children from Nursery to year 6.

We wish to appoint an inspirational teacher to teach in Key Stage 2. This is a maternity cover post, and we welcome applications from experienced as well as recently qualified teachers. You will be supported by excellent, committed Teaching Assistants, and a wider phase team of strong support.

The ideal candidate will:

Set high expectations for every learner
Have a strong knowledge of the Primary curriculum in Years 3,4,5 and 6
Be able to work as part of a team both within the classroom and the wider school team
Demonstrate a positive, consistent approach to behaviour management
Be enthusiastic and hard working with a good sense of humour

We can offer:

A school on an exciting journey in terms of curriculum development and outstanding external development plans!
Learners who behave very well and have great attitudes; thriving in our calm and welcoming environment
Excellent support from a Phase Leader, including shared year group weekly PPA time
Excellent support from experienced Teaching Assistants
Committed staff who form strong, meaningful relationships with every child in their class
A very well equipped outdoor environment

You are warmly encouraged to come and visit us for an opportunity to look round and talk about the role in more detail. This can be arranged via the school office: office@hethersettwoo dside.org.uk or 01603 810674.

How to apply

To download an application form, click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button.

Once you have completed your application, please email it to - finance@hethersettwoodside.org.uk

Closing date: 18 May 2026, 5pm

Interview date: w/c 18 May 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

We are also committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

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