Reception Teacher

7 days ago

Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom Suffolk Jobs Direct Full time
  • Address: Gorseland Primary School, Martlesham Heath, Suffolk IP5 3QR
  • Salary: MPR/UPR
  • Hours: Part Time 0.4FTE
  • Contract: Fixed Term until August 2026. Required from January 2026
  • Reference: 7985

Gorseland Primary School is a larger than average, two-form entry primary school with a large nursery and two specialist units. We are an inclusive learning community where children and staff alike value being ready, respectful and safe in our endeavours to be the best we can be. As a staff, we feel it is our duty to foster and celebrate a love of learning through developing children who are self-confident, hardworking and resilient. Happy children who achieve success academically, socially and emotionally are proud children, a pride that definitely extends to the adults who guide and support them here at Gorseland. 

In early years, we believe that all children deserve an education that allows their natural creativity and curiosity to flourish, alongside the purposeful acquisition of skills and knowledge. Through our workshop style environment, we value that children learn best through play and freely flowing between the indoor and outdoor environments. 

Our experienced practitioners will provide quality interactions with the children that develop them as confident and capable learners, who enjoy exploring their own ideas and theories. The practitioner will observe, support, discuss, challenge, and extend the children through developing nurturing and supportive relationships with your child and with you.

Does this resonate with you? If so, are you an outstanding and tenacious teacher ready to join our experienced team? If you are a positive, well-motivated teacher, who works well as part of a team, do consider applying 

For more information

Please read the Job Description (pdf), Person Specification (pdf), Safeguarding Policy (pdf) and Application Guidance (Word)

We warmly encourage you to find out more by visiting our school website: or indeed by joining us in person for a tour of our vibrant school. 

Please feel free to contact Elizabeth Leonard by either calling or emailing:

To find out more, please visit our website (Gorseland Primary School)

How to apply

To apply, please submit your completed Application Form (Word) by email to:

Alternatively, please post your application, to arrive prior to the closing date, to: Gorseland Primary School, Deben Avenue, Martlesham Heath, Ipswich, Suffolk IP5 3QR

Closing date: 9 am, 10 November 2025.

Interview date: 13 November 2025.

Gorseland is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

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