Assistant Head Teacher at Costessey Primary School

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/CPS/50738
  Location
Three Mile Lane, Costessey, Norwich, Norfolk, NR5 0RR
  Contract Type
Fixed Term
  Contract Term
Full-Time
  Salary
£54,394.00 Annually (FTE)
Leadership Scale
  Hours Per Week
32.5
 Fixed Term End Date
Thu 31st Dec, 2026
  Closing Date
5:00pm, Wed 20th May, 2026
  Start Date
September 2026
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Interview Date(s)
22/05/2026
   Interview Date(s)           22/05/2026
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About this Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional teacher and leader who is passionate about high-quality education, curriculum development and improving outcomes for all children. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping teaching and learning across the school whilst supporting the strategic direction of the school as part of the Senior Leadership Team. 

The successful candidate will have particular expertise within EYFS and Key Stage 1 and will lead and support the development of these phases to ensure the very best outcomes for our youngest learners. 

We are looking for someone who: 

  • Has a proven track record of outstanding classroom practice, particularly within EYFS and/or KS1 

  • Has senior leadership experience 

  • Has a secure understanding of curriculum design, early learning, phonics, teaching, learning and assessment 

  • Can inspire, coach and develop colleagues to achieve consistently high standards 

  • Is committed to inclusion and achieving the very best outcomes for every child 

  • Builds strong relationships with pupils, staff, parents and the wider community 

  • Shares our values, ambition and commitment to continuous improvement 

The successful candidate will: 

  • Lead and support EYFS and KS1 development across the school 

  • Drive high standards of teaching, learning and assessment 

  • Support monitoring, coaching and professional development for staff 

  • Contribute fully to school improvement and strategic leadership 

  • Work collaboratively within Evolution Academy Trust and across schools 

In return, we can offer: 

  • Enthusiastic, caring and motivated children 

  • A welcoming and supportive staff team 

  • Strong collaboration and professional development opportunities across the Trust 

  • A commitment to staff wellbeing and professional growth 

  • The opportunity to make a real difference within a thriving school community 

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. 

Costessey Primary School and Evolution Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. 

 



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