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KS1 Class Teacher - Maternity Cover

Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School · Thetford · Norfolk

Job description

KS1 Class teacher – Maternity Cover


MPS 1 - 6

Full time

Fixed term 

Start Date: September/October 2026


Clarion Corvus Trust is seeking to appoint a KS1 Class Teacher to work at Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School to cover maternity leave for the current post holder. We invite applications from enthusiastic, innovative teachers with ambition, who are passionate about delivering outstanding, inspiring lessons and can work as part of a team. Applications from Early Career Teachers welcome.


At Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery we are firmly committed to the development of pupil independence, this is characterised by exceedingly high expectations of pupils and the progress they are expected to make. 


You will be someone who understands and enjoys working with young people, is well organised, flexible, adaptable and enjoys variety in your work. You will be an excellent communicator with the ability to motivate students and gain their respect. 


Your opportunity 


By joining Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School, you will become part of a staff dedicated to and passionate about securing the best possible outcomes for our pupils. We can offer you:


• The chance to work as part of a forward-thinking dynamic team

• A creative and innovative environment 

• Excellent opportunities for career and professional development

• A welcoming and supportive staffing body


Contact with the school is warmly welcomed and encouraged, please contact the school office on 01953 882669 to make arrangements for a call or a visit.  


For more information and to apply, please see our website www.clarioncorvus.org.uk 


Closing Date: 9.00am Friday 26 June 2026

Interviews: Thursday 2 July 2026


Clarion Corvus Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people across its schools and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS, and have checks carried out with previous employers. We are an equal opportunities employer.


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.

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About this school

Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School

Academy sponsor led · Primary · Ages 2–7

Good
Pupils
273
Avg teacher salary
£48,514
Pupil:teacher ratio
21.3:1
Academy trust
CLARION CORVUS TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

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Thetford, Norfolk, IP25 6AU

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Salary
MPS 1 - 6
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
9 June 2026
Closing date
26 June 2026

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