Class Teacher Year 1

About Sutton Courtenay C of E Primary

Part of the Ridgeway Education trust, Sutton Courtenayi s a welcoming one-form-entry school with a strong sense of community.

We are forward-thinking and rapidly improving

High-quality professional development

Opportunities to collaborate with local primary schools

A values-driven, inclusive ethos

The Role

As a Year 1 Classroom Teacher, you will:

Deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that secure early reading, writing and mathematics

Support a smooth EYFS-KS1 transition through strong routines and nurture

Work closely with a job-share partner to ensure continuity for pupils and families

Use assessment effectively to inform teaching and support progress

Contribute positively to the wider life of the school

What We Offer

A supportive and collegiate staff team

Structured job-share handover and collaborative planning time

High-quality CPD through school and Trust networks

Opportunities to develop subject expertise and leadership

A caring community with a strong sense of belonging

Visits and Applications

Visits to our friendly, inclusive school are strongly encouraged. Please contact the school office, office@sutton-courtenay.school, to arrange a visit and see the school in action.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged.

Ridgeway Education Trust is committed to safeguarding, equality and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff working in all its schools to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS, references and pre-employment safeguarding checks. All Leadership roles will require a Section 128 check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining a post. All cases are considered confidentially and according to the nature of the role and information disclosed.