Bardwell Primary School Address: School Lane, Bardwell, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP31 1AD Salary: MPR (0.2 FTE) Hours: 1 day per week (Friday) Contract: Fixed term, required ASAP Reference: 8258 Bardwell Primary School are looking for an exceptional Class Teacher to teach in our Reception/Year1/Year 2 class. We are a small, rural primary school, near Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk. We have 55 pupils on roll. We pride ourselves on teamwork and positive attitudes to learning; we have high expectations of ourselves and of our pupils, which drives us all to achieve our potential. We are looking for someone to join our hardworking team of staff and to be another positive, warm and welcoming face for our families. About you We are looking for someone who: has strong experience in Early Years Foundation Stage teaching can create a stimulating, play-based learning environment where children thrive has excellent knowledge of early reading, phonics and early mathematics is reflective, proactive and keen to contribute to the wider life of the school works well as part of a small, supportive team and values positive relationships with children, families and colleagues. We can offer: small class sizes with enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils a welcoming and supportive staff team opportunities for professional development and leadership a beautiful rural setting with a strong community spirit. Statement on Child Protection and Safeguarding The Tilian Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In our schools we create a culture of safeguarding which is the responsibility of all staff. When applying for a post at one of our schools you will be subject to a safer recruitment process as follows: 1. If you are shortlisted, you will be required to complete a self-disclosure, which you will need to bring with you to the interview (in an envelope marked confidential). 2. During the interview process, the interview panel will explore your skills, experience and attitudes and the questions asked will include questions about safeguarding of children 3. If you accept a post at one of our schools you will be required to complete an enhanced DBS. Important documents to read Safeguarding Policy Child Protection Procedure (included in appendix 2 of Safeguarding Policy) Tilian Code of Conduct for Staff Staff Induction Policy To find out more Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and very welcome- please contact the Kelly Frost, Headteacher via bardwell@tilian.org.uk to arrange. For further information, please contact bardwell@tilian.org.uk How to apply Please read the job description (Word) and person specification (Word). To apply; please complete the Tilian application form (Word) and self disclosure form (Word) and email to kmayhewfrost@tilian.org.uk Alternatively, paper applications can be posted to the above address. Closing date: 12pm, 30 January 2026. Interview date: 6 February 2026