Teaching Assistant

Would you like to work in a small rural primary school on the outskirts of Norwich? Although small in size we have high expectations and truly go ‘Above and Beyond for our children.

We are seeking to appoint a conscientious, enthusiastic and experienced EYFS/KS1 teacher from January 2027 until the end of the academic year, to cover a maternity leave. We need someone who will be able to nurture and inspire our youngest children and will possess the skills and determination to secure the best possible outcomes for each child.

We are looking for a teacher who:

is passionate about children’s learning is a reflective, inspiring and innovative practitioner has high expectations of themselves and of our children has knowledge and understanding of planning, delivering and assessing the Early Years Foundation Stage and KS1 national curriculum is an experienced mixed-aged class teacher

experience of leading curriculum subjects

shares our commitment to an inclusive environment which enables all children to succeed is committed to working in partnership with parents and carers is able to work effectively and collaboratively

In return, we can offer:

exceptional children, a caring and supportive environment, a commitment to quality professional development and strong, friendly and supportive colleagues.

Visits to the school will be warmly welcomed. Please ring the school office on 01603 742329 or email office@bawburgh.norfolk.sch.uk to make an appointment.

This post is not suitable for an ECT.

Application closing date 8/10/26 at 12 noon. Shortlisted candidates will be informed by 9/10/26

Interviews will take place week commencing 12/10/26

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from minority ethnic communities and those with disabilities. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

As part of our recruitment process it is necessary for us to perform an online social media check. The reason for the online search is to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal duty to meet the safeguarding duties set out in KCSIE. There is no other purpose for a search.

This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualifications) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

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.