Teacher - Year 1

Part of the Eastern Multi-Academy Trust 

• Salary – MPR 
• Permanent 
• Full Time 
• Required for 1 September 2026

The Opportunity 

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Teacher to join our dedicated team. You will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the academy, contributing to an environment where every pupil can thrive. Whether in administration, operations, pastoral support or specialist services, your work will directly support our mission to deliver the best possible education. 

What you will need  

• A degree (or equivalent) and QTS. 
• Proven strategies to support learning for all pupils, including those with additional needs. 
• Creativity and flexibility in your teaching approach. 
• Strong behaviour management skills that build mutual respect. 
• A willingness to embrace technology and new ways of working. 
• A growth mindset and commitment to your own professional learning 

About us 

At Eastern Multi-Academy Trust (EMAT), we believe that every child deserves an excellent education – and that starts with exceptional staff. 

Norwich Road Academy is a thriving, larger-than-average primary school located in the heart of Thetford, Norfolk. We offer Nursery provision through to Year 6, with excellent facilities including a large sports field, outdoor learning areas, and a dedicated library. We promote strong values, high aspirations, and a supportive learning environment where children are proud of who they are and where they come from. We welcome you to visit and discover what makes our academy a special place to learn and grow. 

What we will offer you 

At EMAT, you’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking Trust that invests in its people and we offer all employees: 

• A leadership team who listens and act on feedback. 
• High-quality CPD and clear career development pathways. 
• A highly trained team to support learning. 
• Wellbeing support, including access to employee assistance programmes. 
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working opportunities. 
• Being part of a Trust that values inclusion, diversity, and collaboration. 
• Peace of mind with some of the most generous pension schemes in the job market. 

Early Career Teachers are welcomed to apply for this post. 

Please note, if your application is successful, you may be invited to interview before the advert closing date. 

How to apply 

For this vacancy, if you click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button, you will be redirected to our website to apply via our online application form. 

Closing date: 18 June 2026, 9am 

Interview date:    To be confirmed 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end, you may be required to undergo pre-employment checks. 

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.