EYFS/KS1 Class Teacher

Part of the Unity Schools Partnership

Tel: 01440 333400 and 01603 742969

Emails: hrhelpdesk@unitysp.co.uk and office@valleyprimary.org.uk

Website: https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/313218NFK

Headteacher: Sara Bush

• Salary - MPR 1-6 (£32,916 - £45,352)
• Permanent
• Full Time
• Required for 1 September 2026

Join Our Team – Class Teacher Opportunity

Valley Primary Academy is a vibrant and caring school where every child is encouraged to thrive. We are looking for a passionate and creative Class Teacher to join us and help inspire our pupils to achieve their very best.

The successful candidate will:

• Bring energy, enthusiasm, and creativity to the classroom
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families
• Be committed to providing high-quality teaching and learning

Belonging at work matters here. Your contribution is relied upon every day, and small actions make a real difference to pupils and colleagues. We offer a two-week autumn half-term to support work–life balance.

In return, we offer:

• A role that makes a positive difference to pupils' lives
• A friendly and supportive working environment and positive leadership
• Children who are curious, respectful, and eager to learn
• Training, apprenticeships (Levels 3–6) and clear development pathways across the Trust
• Wellbeing support and a Trust-wide professional development & wellbeing day
• A comprehensive benefits package

Full details are in the job description. If you feel you could be successful in this post, we would welcome your application—even if you do not meet every requirement.

Unity Schools Partnership is a family of 40 schools across Suffolk, Norfolk, Essex and Cambridgeshire (and Romford in East London). Working through geographical hubs, we collaborate to deliver the highest standards of education through ethical leadership, evidence-informed practice and a shared ambition to transform lives—shaped by our values of integrity, inclusion and kindness.

Prospective candidates are invited to visit the Academy and meet the team. Come and be part of a school where your contribution truly makes a difference.

Please contact the office via - office@valleyprimary.org.uk or 01603 742969 for further information or to make an appointment 

If you are a current employee of Unity Schools Partnership, to apply please click here.

How to apply

A job description and Candidate Information Pack are available from ‘Attachments’.

For this vacancy, if you click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button, you will be redirected to careers website to apply.

Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.

In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted. 

We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part time or as a job share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups.

Closing date: 9 June 2026, 9am

Interview date:  11 June 2026

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.

This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.