Job Introduction
Norwood Primary and Pre-School
Position: Class Teacher
Salary: MPS/UPS
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: 1 September 2026
Closing Date: Friday 13 March 2026, midday
Interview Date: Week beginning 23 March 2026
Norwood Primary and Pre-School is a nurturing and inclusive school which prides itself on its ‘family feel’. We are on an exciting journey of improvement, committed to providing an excellent education that allows every child to flourish.
Through our recently launched values of Aspiration, Belonging and Compassion, our Mission is:
- For all our children to feel safe, secure and mentally healthy so that they can flourish.
- To have the highest aspirations and ambitions for our children, both academically and personally.
- To celebrate our differences and build a strong, caring community where every voice is valued and every child belongs, no matter their race, religion, culture, background or disability.
- To foster resilience, self-belief and a life-long love of learning so that our children are ready for the challenges and successes of life.
We are seeking a highly motivated class teacher to join our dedicated team on the next phase of our journey.
About You:
We are looking for an excellent classroom practitioner who:
- Is committed to an inclusive, well-rounded education that celebrates the whole child.
- Demonstrates strong classroom practice and high expectations for every learner.
- Builds positive, trusting relationships with children and families.
- Reflects on their own practice and is eager to grow professionally.
- Embraces teamwork and contributes to our strong community ethos.
- Maintains a positive and optimistic attitude, even during challenging situations.
What We Offer:
- A welcoming and inclusive school environment that values innovation and continuous improvement.
- A leadership team committed to supporting and developing staff.
- High-quality training and opportunities for career progression.
- A collaborative culture where your ideas and expertise are valued.
- Wonderful children eager to learn.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.
Please telephone 02380 322582 or email Dawn Belcher on d.belcher@norwoodprimary.com to arrange a visit or request an application form.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
