Job Description
Lakenheath Community Primary School
Address: Lakenheath, Brandon, Suffolk IP27 9DU
Salary: MPR 1-6
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent. Required from September 2026 (options to start after Easter are available)
Reference: 8426
"I have never worked in a school with such regard for the well-being of staff." (Staff well-being survey, 2023).
Lakenheath Community Primary School is seeking a motivated, experienced Key Stage 2 Teacher, ideally with upper KS2 experience, to join our dedicated and forward-thinking team from September.
This is a particularly exciting time to join our school as we prepare to move into our brand-new school building. With this move comes genuine opportunities for leadership development, including the potential for core subject leadership for the right candidate.
You will:
be an experienced KS2 practitioner with strong curriculum knowledge
have high expectations for all pupils and a passion for excellent teaching and learning
be willing to lead, share ideas and contribute positively to whole-school development
be reflective, innovative and committed to continuous improvement
be able to inspire children and foster our strong love of learning
be a team player with ambition to learn, develop and share pedagogy
relate strongly to our core 6R values: risk taking, reflectiveness, resourcefulness, respect, relationships and resilience.
We will offer you:
a supportive staff team, enthusiastic pupils and an ambitious leadership vision
our new school site which will provide a modern, inspiring learning environment and fresh opportunities for innovation
opportunities for ongoing personal and professional development through collaborate coaching and wider CPD
a friendly, welcoming school community with supportive governors and parents.
If you are an experienced teacher ready for an exciting next step, with the drive to make a real difference and take on leadership responsibility, we would love to hear from you.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.
During our recent Ofsted inspection (GOOD: February 2024), it was noted how "pupils enjoy coming to this friendly village school" and how "staff are proud to work at the school". We were delighted that 100% of our parents confirmed they would recommend our school to others on the Ofsted parent survey.
To find out more
Please read the Person Specification (pdf) and Application Guidance (word)
If you're intrigued by this opportunity and would like to learn more, we invite you to visit our school and experience our vibrant atmosphere and sense of community.
Please contact the school office to schedule a visit or seek further details, by calling or emailing
How To Apply
To apply, please complete the Application Form (word)
Completed applications should be sent via email to FAO Michael Tingey, Headteacher.
Closing date: 10 am, 4 March 2026.
Interview date: week commencing 9 March 2026.
Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We only accept application forms completed before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible and advise you to check the job information as per the listing on our website.
In line with safer recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs. Failure to complete an application form satisfactorily may result in not being shortlisted for the post.
Lakenheath Community Primary is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.
We care deeply about inclusive working practices and diverse teams. We're keen to ensure our school works for everyone, so we particularly encourage applications from different under-represented groups.
About The Team
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