Year 5/6 Class teacher - Maternity Cover
About This Role
- Full time
- Maternity Cover
- MPR point 1 - 6
St Edmund's Roman Catholic Primary School and Nursery is a small school in the market town of Bungay. We are federated with St Benet's in Beccles and are part of the wider family of Catholic schools of St John the Baptist MAT.
The children are delightful, parents supportive and the team fabulous! Our vision is rooted in our belief that we develop resilient learners and celebrate their achievements, so they perform to the best of their abilities. The federation is working collaboratively in order to develop the highest quality education for the children, rooted in the Catholic ethos.
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Year 5/6 teacher to join our team to cover maternity leave at St Edmund's Primary School.
You will:
- be an experienced teacher
- be able to show initiative as an individual but also work effectively as part of a team
- have high expectations of behaviour and attainment
- be able to embrace change and challenge
- have a clear understanding of the curriculum
- show proficiency in monitoring and assessment
- have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
- Lead in a subject area with confidence
- Support the Catholic ethos of the school
We will offer you:
- a friendly and welcoming team
- a voice in our whole school development plans
- a wide range of expertise and experience
- opportunities to share your strengths and learn with others through collaboration
- the freedom to teach creatively and develop children's autonomy in their work
- a school that believes in continuing professional development
- supportive and caring Senior Leaders and governors.
To find out more:
We welcome all visits to the school and this can be arranged through contacting the school office at office.stedmunds@cpswv.org
Closing date: 16th October 2026
Interview date: 21st October 2026
The Catholic Schools of the Waveney Valley are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide references, undergo employment checks and an enhanced disclosure via the DBS