Class Teacher

Part of the Sapientia Education Trust

Tel: 01953 860380

• Salary - MPS Minimum - UPS Maximum
• Permanent
• Part Time
• 0.6 FTE
• 0.2-0.6 FTE job share considered

Old Buckenham Primary School is a much-loved one-form entry rural community school in the heart of Norfolk. First opened in 1963, we are set in stunning grounds featuring two playgrounds, a vast games field, international arboretum, and a dedicated outdoor learning space for our youngest learners.

We serve children from Reception through to Year 6, focusing on nurturing the whole child—intellectually, emotionally, physically, creatively, and morally. Our motto, “Inspiring learning for life”, underpins everything we do. We are proud of our strong community links, supportive staff, and the inclusive, caring environment we offer to all.

THE ROLE

We are looking to appoint a part time class teacher to join our school where creativity, dedication, and motivation are highly valued. The role is part of a job share arrangement, requiring excellent teamwork and communication skills to ensure continuity and consistency in the classroom. We welcome applications from teachers who are committed to inspiring young minds, fostering a love of learning, and contributing positively to our vibrant school community

Our school can offer:

• Fantastic children who enjoy school and strive to do their best
• A dedicated, friendly and small supportive staff team with a strong sense of purpose
• Opportunities for working collaboratively with other schools in the Trust
• Work in beautiful rural surroundings, with engaged children and a committed school community
• A range of CPD opportunities

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Puts pupils first
• Is an excellent classroom practitioner
• Has high expectations of all pupils and can secure exceptional outcomes for all
• Is optimistic, energetic, resilient and creative
• Will help drive our school forward to excellent future successes

If you are dedicated and passionate about learning and teaching, then this could be the position for you. ECTs are welcome to apply, 0.2 FTE – 0.6 FTE considered for job share – please provide your availability and preference on your application.

Visits to our school are warmly encouraged. Please contact the school office on 01953 860380 to arrange a visit.

How to apply

A job description and recruitment information sheet are available in ‘Attachments’.

For this vacancy, if you click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button, you will be redirected to our Trust’s website to apply via our online application.

Closing date: 8 May 2026, 9am

Interviews date: 15 May 2026

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; therefore, all applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department of Education’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education”, references will be sought on all short-listed candidates before interview.

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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Source: UK Teaching Vacancies Service (teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.