Barningham CEVC Primary School Address: Barningham, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP31 1DD Salary: MPR Hours: Part time and job shares considered, 3 days per week in Year 3 and 4 mixed class, 2 days per week in a Year 2, 3 and 4 mixed class Contract: Fixed term until August 2026, required to start 13 April 2026 Reference: 8572 Barningham CEVC Primary School are seeking a passionate and creative Class Teacher to join our fantastic team for one term from April 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive village school community and make a real impact on pupils’ learning. You will have the ability to teach Key Stage 2, with previous experience demonstrating impact within a KS2 classroom. The role will involve planning, teaching and assessing a small mixed-age Year 3 and 4 class of 16 pupils. On Thursdays and Fridays, Year 2 pupils join the class for two English lessons and selected foundation subjects, providing an engaging opportunity to work across year groups. For the right candidate, we are willing to accommodate a resignation period, however, we are keen to secure someone who can start as close to 13 April 2026 as possible. Our mission is to support pupils, staff and our community to grow in faith, grow in our learning and grow our future world. The school was judged Good in all areas by Ofsted (January 2025). We are: A small, rural village school with high standards Friendly and supportive, with a strong community and family feel An inclusive school with high ambitions for every child. You will: view each child as an individual, believing that all children can grow and succeed, aligning with our mission have high expectations of pupils’ achievement and behaviour be positive, creative and enthusiastic in your approach to teaching and learning be a collaborative and supportive team member. Our school benefits from a supportive Governing Body, an active Parents Association (Friends) and excellent outdoor learning opportunities, including access to a large outdoor area and the public cricket field next to the school. Candidates should be in sympathy with the Christian ethos of the school. For more information Please read the Job Description (Word), Person Specification (Word) and the Application Guidance (Word). To find out more about our school, please visit our website or our Twitter/X page. To arrange a visit to the school or for an informal conversation, please contact either Stephany Hunter, Headteacher or Dawn Pipe, Office Manager by calling 01359 221297 or by emailing admin@barningham.suffolk.sch.uk. How to apply Please submit your completed Application Form (Word) by email to admin@barningham.suffolk.sch.uk. Closing date: 1pm, 18 March 2026 Interview date: 25 March 2026 Barningham CEVC Primary School A small rural village primary school We are a small rural village primary school serving the parishes of Barningham, Coney Weston and Knettishall, although a number of our children do come from out of catchment. The school has a Voluntary Controlled Status under the diocese of St Edmundsbury. The buildings date from 1859, with more modern additions, and are set in attractive fenced grounds with two playgrounds, grassed areas and gardens. We have a good-sized hall, four classrooms, a small library area and our own school kitchen providing hot meals at lunch time. The school is next to a playing field which we use for PE and after school clubs. The school caters for children from EYFS to Year 6 (aged 4-11). We have a Reception Class, a KS1 Class (Year 1 and 2), a Lower KS2 Class (Year 3 and 4) and an Upper KS2 Class (Year 5 and 6). Each class has their own class teacher as well as support from Teaching Assistants.