Key Stage One Teacher

Job Details

• Somerleyton Primary School
• Address: The Green, Somerleyton, Lowestoft, Suffolk NR32 5PT
• Salary: MPR
• Hours: Full time
• Contract: Maternity cover, required from 1 September 2026
• Reference: 8803.

Somerleyton Primary School is seeking an experienced, engaging and adaptive KS1 Teacher to join our unique and inspirational school community.

We are:

• a small, rural school in the beautiful and historic village of Somerleyton
• proud of our dynamic, broad and engaging curriculum with specific strengths in art and music
• committed to our values of perseverance, integrity, creativity and kindness.

We are looking for someone who:

• is an excellent KS1 classroom practitioner, with relevant EYFS knowledge, who will motivate, inspire, challenge and support all children
• has open and professional communication skills and is committed to working in partnership with staff, governors, parents and the wider community
• is highly motivated with high expectations of achievement, behaviour and inclusion
• can demonstrate a track record of raising standards and outcomes for all pupils
• can work flexibly and adapt to fit pupil needs.

In return, we will offer:

• pupils who enjoy learning and whose behaviour is excellent
• a school that strives for every child to reach their full potential across the whole curriculum
• a commitment to personal and professional development
• supportive and inspirational colleagues, approachable governors and understanding parents.

To find out more

Visits to the school are strongly recommended. Please contact Fay Springall, Office Manager to arrange an appointment to view the school and meet the Headteacher and staff on or email

How to apply

An application pack can be downloaded from the school website .

Please return completed applications to the school: Somerleyton Primary School, The Green, Somerleyton, Lowestoft NR32 5PT or email to: .

Closing date: 15 May 2026

Interview date: 21 May 2026