Class Teacher at Suffolk County Council

Bury St Edmunds, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Aug, 26

Salary

25234.0

Posted On

08 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Lesson Planning, Curriculum Delivery, Classroom Management, Student Relationship Building, CUSP Curriculum, Child Safeguarding

Industry

Government Administration

Description

* Tollgate Primary School * Address: Tollgate Lane, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk IP32 6DG * Salary: MPR £32,916 - £42,057 pro rata (£19,749 - £25,234 per annum) * Hours: Part time, 0.6FTE, Wednesday to Friday * Contract: Maternity cover, fixed term for one year, required from September 2026 * Reference: 8899 Tollgate Primary School are seeking a Class Teacher (Year 1) to join our strong staff team on a fixed term contract of one year (maternity cover). We are a two- form entry school, therefore you will be working as part of the year group team. You will be able to plan engaging lessons following our chosen curriculum and agreed lesson structure. You will build strong relationships with your class and Tollgate Primary School is committed to working with our families and the local community to develop the children’s academic and social skills. We offer a warm and welcoming environment with a dedicated staff team who are supportive of one another. There is a clear vision for school development to improve outcomes for all pupils. Tollgate Primary School was graded ‘good’ by Ofsted in October 2023 with inspectors noting that the children are happy, safe and well cared for. They also commented on our high expectations of children as we deliver the ambitious CUSP curriculum. Visits to the school are encouraged. ECT’s welcome to apply. For more information Please read the Job Description (pdf) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/E-May/8899-Class-Teacher-Tollgate-jd.pdf]and Information Pack (pdf) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/E-May/8899-Class-Teacher-Tollgate-Information-Pack.pdf] or alternatively, please visit our website [https://www.tollgateprimary.org]. To arrange a visit to the school, please contact the school office by calling 01284 752742 or email: hunderhill@tollgateprimary.org [https://hunderhill@tollgateprimary.org ] How to apply To apply, please visit our website [https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/311217SJD] Closing date: 9 am, 20 May 2026. Interview date: 22 May 2026. Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site. In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted. Tollgate Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS and all other relevant checks will be required for this post. Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination. We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups. IMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING To apply, please follow the application process detailed above. This job does not have a Suffolk Jobs Direct online application form. The ‘Apply Now’ button below only allows you to submit a job alert, not an online application.

Responsibilities

The teacher will plan and deliver engaging lessons for Year 1 pupils following the CUSP curriculum and agreed lesson structures. They are responsible for building strong relationships with students, families, and the local community to improve academic and social outcomes.