Teacher

• Kelsale CEVC Primary School • Address: Saxmundham, Suffolk IP17 2NP • Salary: MPR • Hours: Part Time, 0.4 FTE, 2 days per week (likely to be Thursday and Friday but can be discussed at interview) • Contract: Fixed Term for 1 year with the possibility for an extension, required to start November 2026 • Reference: 5532   Kelsale CEVC Primary School is a unique Church of England Primary School, situated at the heart of a rural community and close to Suffolk's Heritage coast. We are extremely proud of our school and its reputation for inclusivity, support of each child’s individual needs and close work and support with families in need.  We are seeking to appoint a passionate and inspirational Teacher to join our friendly and supportive team.  The role is likely to be based in two different classes from Year 1 to Year 3 (a day in each), however this is subject to change. You will be an effective classroom practitioner who can motivate pupils and is committed to working in partnership with pupils, staff and parents. You will be enthusiastic, with high expectations of attainment, achievement and behaviour, with the understanding and ability to meet a wide range of pupil needs. You will be able to work collaboratively with other teachers and support staff to ensure the best possible education for our children.   We are looking for a teacher who: * is warm and approachable with effective classroom skills that nurture and promote excellent working relationships with pupils * embraces our whole school values of respect, perseverance and compassion * enjoys being part of a supportive team, who thrive on collaboration, and take a proactive role within it * is confident with a clear and consistent approach to behaviour management * is dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for each individual child * has a good understanding of the curriculum and how this fits into the whole school picture  * can plan creatively to invigorate and engage our learners responding to their needs * can work collaboratively with other class teachers to ensure consistency and continuity for pupils across the week * has a good understanding of learning behaviours and the ability to inspire a love of learning * has a good sense of humour and a positive outlook.   Kelsale School is a caring and successful village school with strong community links.    We value the benefits of working together in an inclusive, nurturing school whose values are rooted in the Christian faith.   Our staff and governors work together to produce a well-resourced and stimulating environment where children feel safe, secure, valued, confident and take pride in their successes. Within the Christian ethos of the school, children are encouraged to be compassionate, to develop their self-respect and to demonstrate care and respect for each other and the environment around them and to always persevere to do their very best. We believe in a ‘culture of achievement’ in which all children and staff work towards reaching the highest standards possible. We provide pupils with extra support, when necessary, and challenge all pupils for them to reach their full potential. We celebrate and share the successes of all our children.    We can offer: * a thriving and vibrant school moving from strength to strength * a forward-thinking leadership team * enthusiastic, happy and well-behaved children who are eager to learn and    succeed * a team of highly supportive and experienced colleagues who enjoy working together * excellent professional development opportunities * a well-resourced school in beautiful grounds, perfect for maximising outdoor learning opportunities.   Meetings and INSET: You will be expected to attend staff meetings, training, and INSET days that fall on your working days. On occasion, you may be asked to join staff sessions on other days; this would be remunerated and scheduled in advance.   For more information  Please read the Job Description (Word) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/I-Sep/5532-job-description-teacher-kelsale-cevc-primary-school.docx].  To find out more about the school, please visit our website [https://kelsaleprimary.co.uk/]. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school office by calling 01728 602297 or by emailing admin@kelsaleprimary.org.uk [admin@kelsaleprimary.org.uk] to arrange a time to look around and meet the team.   How to apply Please read the Application Guidance (Word) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/1-LA-Attachments/Accessible/application-guidance-school-teachers.docx] and submit your completed Application Form (Word) [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/1-LA-Attachments/Accessible/job-application-form-teacher.docx#xd_co_f=Mjc4YTAwOWYtMTA5MC00NDJkLTgzMzAtOGJmNjA3MzA1MTQ3~] by email to admin@kelsaleprimary.org.uk [admin@kelsaleprimary.org.uk].    Closing date: 12pm, 22 October 2026 Interview date: Week commencing 2 November 2026    Kelsale CEVC Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and other pre-employment checks. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment process and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. 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.