Class Teacher at Grove Primary School

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/GPS/07173
  Location
Framfield Road, Carlton Colville, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 8RQ
  Contract Type
Fixed Term
  Contract Term
Full-Time
  Salary
£32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (Actual)
Main Pay Scale
 Fixed Term End Date
Tue 31st Aug, 2027
  Closing Date
9:00am, Tue 19th May, 2026
  Start Date
1 September 2026
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Interview Date(s)
Thursday 21st May 2026
   Interview Date(s)           Thursday 21st May 2026
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About this Role

Nurture young minds at the very start of their journey, shaping confident, curious learners in a purposeful and supportive school community.

Inspire early curiosity and lay the foundations for a lifelong love of learning. We are looking for an EYFS Teacher to join Grove Primary School on a one-year fixed term contract, playing a vital role in shaping children’s earliest experiences of education. This role centres on creating a safe, engaging and inclusive environment where every child can thrive, through thoughtful planning, strong relationships and a deep understanding of how young children learn. Working as part of a supportive Trust community, the successful candidate will bring high expectations, adaptability and a commitment to every child’s progress, contributing positively to the life of the school and its shared ambition for excellence.


Job Title: Class Teacher

Location: Grove Primary School

Salary: Main Pay Scale


Summary of Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver well-structured lessons aligned to the curriculum, adapting teaching to meet pupils’ needs
  • Assess, monitor and report on pupil progress, using assessment to inform next steps
  • Set high expectations to motivate pupils and promote strong outcomes
  • Contribute to the wider life and development of the school, working collaboratively with colleagues


Why Join Our Trust?

  • Belong to a compassionate and inclusive trust that values you and the role you play.
  • Join an experienced group of people that are fully dedicated to delivering the best for our children.
  • Gain access to our VivUp employee benefit system, Cycle to Work scheme and local government pension scheme.


Contact

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, or for more info, please contact Rachel Kounnas, Headteacher, at: rkounnas@groveprimaryschool.org


The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.

 The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date.  With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

 To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 6 months’ probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs.  It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.

 We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.


Contact Details

  Rachel Kounna
  rkounnas@groveprimaryschool.org


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