Teacher

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Email: [email removed]  

Website: https://www.hunstantonprimaryschool.co.uk 

Headteacher: Mrs J Sullivan 

NOR: 165       Age range: 4-11years 

• Salary - Main Pay Scale 1-6 
• Temporary until 31 August 2027 (with possibility of becoming permanent) 
• Full Time 
• Suitable for ECTs  
• Job Share considered 
• Required for January 2027 

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed teacher to join our friendly and supportive team from January 2027. 

The successful candidate will initially teach in Year 5. We welcome applications from teachers with experience across the primary age range, as well as Early Career Teachers. 

The position is initially offered on a temporary basis until 31 August 2027. However, there may be an opportunity for the successful candidate to secure a permanent position from September 2027, subject to the school's staffing requirements and appropriate recruitment procedures. 

About Us 

We are a welcoming, community-focused school, with a strong ethos rooted in our motto: Succeed, Enjoy, Aspire. 

Set in a unique coastal location with views of the sea, we pride ourselves on our motivated children, dedicated staff and governors, and an inclusive environment where every child is known, valued and encouraged to thrive. 

We are looking for someone who: 

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner who inspires and engages children in their learning 
• Has high expectations and aspirations for every learner 
• Creates a positive, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment where children feel valued and supported 
• Has strong classroom management skills and promotes positive behaviour through consistent expectations and supportive relationships 
• Is reflective, open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement 
• Is a dedicated team player, demonstrating resilience, enthusiasm and positivity 
• Builds strong, positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents 

We offer: 

• A welcoming and inclusive school community 
• A well-resourced and attractive learning environment with a view of the sea 
• Excellent professional development opportunities and support for Early Career Teachers 
• Enthusiastic children who are keen to learn and succeed 
• A caring ethos with enthusiastic, experienced and supportive colleagues 
• A genuine commitment to staff wellbeing 

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and dedicated teacher to make a real difference in a supportive school environment. 

At Hunstanton Primary School, we value collaboration, high standards and a shared commitment to helping everyone in our school community thrive. 

With a strong culture of continuing professional development, we invest in our staff so they can grow as professionals and make a lasting difference to the children they teach. 

Whether you are an Early Career Teacher or a teacher looking for a new opportunity to develop your skills and make a difference, we would love to hear from you. 

Visit Us 

We warmly encourage prospective applicants to visit our school. To arrange a visit or for more information, please contact the school office on [phone removed] or email - [email removed] . 

How to apply 

A job description/person specification is available from ‘Attachments’. 

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

Completed applications should either be returned via email to: [email removed] or by post to the school’s address. 

Closing date:   30 November 2026, 12 noon 

Interview date:   3 December 2026 

Hunstanton Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be expected to share this commitment and fulfil the safeguarding responsibilities associated with a classroom teaching role. 

All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check with children’s barred list check where applicable, and other relevant pre-employment checks in accordance with statutory guidance. 

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants will be required to disclose relevant convictions and cautions that are not protected under the applicable Exceptions Order. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal record self-declaration, and the school may undertake online searches as part of its safer recruitment procedures. 

Where applicable, the successful candidate will also be required to complete checks under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2018.