KS2 Teacher (MC)

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Email: [email removed]  

Website: https://www.blofieldprimary.co.uk (under development) 

Headteacher: Mrs V Buxton 

• Salary: MPS 3-6 
• Temporary maternity cover (anticipated to be until Oct 2027) 
• Full Time  
• Required for 2nd November 2026 

Blofield Primary School is a warm, inclusive and ambitious community where every child is valued, listened to and supported to thrive. Rooted in our core values of Kindness, Resilience and Aspiration, we are dedicated to developing well-rounded individuals with the confidence, character and skills needed for a happy and successful life. 

Our staff team is welcoming, friendly and highly committed. We genuinely care about every child and challenge them to become the very best versions of themselves. 

We are excited to offer an excellent opportunity for a skilled and enthusiastic practitioner to join our thriving school from November 2026. Applications are welcomed from candidates interested in Key Stage 2. 

Blofield Primary School is a one-form entry school located on the outskirts of Norwich. In April 2025, we moved into a brand-new, purpose-built site designed to support high-quality teaching and learning, with capacity for 420 pupils. 

We are proud of our exceptional facilities, including: 

• A dedicated cookery and practical learning room 
• A well-stocked library 
• Extensive sports facilities, including a separate studio hall 
• A specialist music teaching space 
• A developing Forest School site 

Our knowledge-rich, inclusive curriculum is enhanced through whole-school topic days, specialist music and PE provision, and a wide range of creative learning opportunities designed to inspire curiosity and ambition. 

If our passion for learning and commitment to every child’s success resonate with you, we would be delighted to hear from you. 

We are looking for someone who: 

• Is positive with a sense of humour 
• Builds strong, positive relationships with children based on mutual respect and understanding 
• Has consistently high expectations of learning, behaviour and personal development 
• Has experience in either KS1 or KS2 and demonstrates excellent classroom practice 
• Has a knowledge of teaching phonics and early reading 
• Has a sound understanding of children’s development to best support the individual needs of all pupils including those with SEND 
• Is enthusiastic about being part of the wider life of the school 
• Is hardworking, flexible and an effective communicator, particularly with parents and carers 
• Enjoys working collaboratively and is committed to continuous personal growth  

We can offer you: 

• A warm, caring and highly supportive team, governing body and PTA 
• Children who are enthusiastic, motivated and keen to succeed 
• A fantastic learning environment in a brand-new building  
• A rich, relevant and engaging curriculum which continues to evolve 
• A strong ethos of reflection, innovation and professional learning 

We strongly recommend visits to the school. Should you wish to make an appointment, please contact the school office on [email removed] or on [phone removed].

You can also email questions directly to the Headteacher: [email removed] 

How to apply 

A job description is available from 'Attachments'. 

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

Completed applications should be returned via email to [email removed]  

We may interview upon receipt of suitable applications, so early return is recommended.  

Closing date: 28 September 2026, 9am 

Interview date: 30 September 2026 

Blofield Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to full safeguarding checks as well as satisfactory references. 

Online searches will be carried out as part of our recruitment process. 

This post comes under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations. References with specific safeguarding questions will be followed up. 

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.