Teacher (Maternity Cover) – Great Yarmouth

Salary: Qualified Teachers Pay Scales: Main Pay Scale (MPS) to Upper Pay Scale (UPS)

Part time – 19.5 hours per week / 3 days (0.6 FTE) (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)

Fixed Term: until 31st August 2027

Start Date: September 2026

Cobholm Primary Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed, and ambitious classroom teacher for September 2026. We welcome applications from candidates with any relevant experience in KS1 or KS2. Applications from Early Careers Teachers are also welcomed.

The successful candidate will have a real interest in their own professional development and being part of a school that is ambitious for its students and community. They will be fully committed to the school’s vision to provide an exceptional educational experience with flexibility, creativity and commitment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Teach students according to their individual educational needs and prepare engaging lesson plans.
• Assess, record, track, and report on student progress, development, attainment, and attendance.
• Use a variety of teaching methods and resources, including ICT, literacy, and numeracy, to provide a high-quality learning experience.
• Maintain discipline, encourage good behaviour, attendance, punctuality, and standards of work and homework.
• Plan and contribute to curriculum development, Schemes of Work, and whole-school policies.
• Work collaboratively as part of a phase team and contribute to whole-school planning activities.
• Engage actively in professional development, performance management, and the Staff Development programme.
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers, guardians, and external agencies, including participation in open evenings and parents’ evenings.
• Promote student well-being, participation in school life, and support their personal development.
• Support the Primary’s ethos, mission, corporate policies, and health and safety procedures, playing a full role in the school community.

About You

The successful candidate will have strong communication skills, empathy, patience, and creativity in teaching. You will also be adaptable and passionate about your students’ success. You will act as a positive role model, foster a supportive learning environment, and be committed to your own continuous learning and professional development.

Essential:

• An appropriate degree and other qualifications required for the award of QTS.
• Qualified Teacher Status (trainees should be on track to achieve QTS before taking up the post).
• Knowledge of the statutory requirements concerning Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, SEND and Child Protection
• Ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and the wider community.
• Experience of teaching the relevant phase in a primary school.
• Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies, including the ability to provide for individual student needs.
• Experience of the monitoring, assessment, recording and reporting of pupils’ progress.

Desirable:

• Master’s Degree or other advanced qualifications.
• Experience teaching a knowledge-rich curriculum.
• Experience teaching across the whole primary age range and working in partnership with parents.
• ReadWriteInc training or experience.
• Advanced qualifications or experience in behaviour management, pedagogy, EAL, or SEND.

Why Join Inspiration Trust

At Inspiration Trust, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. You’ll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. We provide opportunities for growth and empower you to make a real impact in schools across Norfolk and north Suffolk. As part of our thriving network of talented teachers, leaders, and support staff, you’ll receive a varied professional development programme designed to help you be the best you can be.

We offer:

• Generous annual leave, and access to the Teachers’ Pension Schemes (TPS) with excellent employer contributions
• Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs *
• Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). *
• Free parking at most sites
• Personalised CPD and development programmes
• A structured and specific induction programme.

* Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.

About Us

Cobholm Primary Academy has been at the heart of the Cobholm community in Great Yarmouth for more than 100 years. Located on the Norfolk coast, the academy supports and nurtures children from Reception through to Year 6, ensuring they leave confident, capable, and ready to thrive in high school.

We are part of the Inspiration Trust; a thriving family of schools across Norfolk and North Suffolk, recognised nationally for pupil progress and excellence in teaching and leadership. We believe every young person deserves the best education, regardless of background. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.

The Trust offers extensive networks and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to delivering outstanding professional and learning opportunities for all staff, supported by a rich programme of continuing professional development led by some of the country’s leading educational thinkers and practitioners.

In December 2021, Ofsted rated Cobholm Academy a Good school. The report outlines that Cobholm Primary Academy is well led and managed.

What is it like to attend this school? Cobholm Primary Academy is a welcoming and friendly school where everyone is valued and well cared for. Pupils speak with great enthusiasm about their teachers and their learning. One pupil commented, “I really love that this school encourages us to try new things, like reading more books and learning different subjects.

Next Steps

Before applying, please read the attached Recruitment Pack and Job Description, for more details about the role. We ask that you read this pack carefully, especially the “Planning your application” section from page 11. This will support your application ensuring you have the opportunity to tell us about your relevant skills, experience and qualifications that relate to the job description and person specification in addition to details of your references covering the last 5 years.

If you would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, then please contact Madeline Rowe, PA to Principal (MadelineRowe@inspirationtrust.org).

To apply for this role please click here to complete the online application form.

When you start your application, you will receive several emails from our application provider, Vacancy Filler. Please be aware that some email providers may mistakenly mark these messages as spam. To avoid missing important updates, we recommend checking your spam or junk folders regularly throughout the application process and marking these emails as safe.

Closing date for applications: 12pm on Wednesday 15th April 2026

Interview date: Friday 24th April 2026

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.