Job Description

• Clifford Road Primary School and Nursery
• Address: Clifford Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 1PJ
• Salary: MPR/UPR
• Hours: Full time
• Contract: Maternity cover (up to 1 year)
• Reference: 8678

Clifford Road Primary School and Nursery are seeking a Teacher to inspire curious minds, spark imagination and support learners as they begin their foundational journey into sustained academic growth and discovery.

At Clifford Road Primary School, we are looking for a passionate and creative Key Stage 1 Teacher to join our vibrant school community!

Nestled at the heart of our local community, Clifford Road is a place where joy, creativity and a love of learning shine through every classroom door. If you are committed to nurturing confidence, celebrating individuality and bringing learning to life in exciting, memorable ways, then we would love to hear from you!

What you will need

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• KS1 teaching experience (Year 2 preferred)
• a recent and successful track record of effective class teaching
• strong knowledge and successful experience of delivering the primary curriculum
• a solid understanding of current teaching theory and best practice, particularly in securing strong progress for primary-aged children
• good subject knowledge across the core National Curriculum
• experience supporting pupils who speak English as an additional language
• strong understanding of early reading pedagogy
• excellent communication skills and experience of working collaboratively

About us

We are a 2-form entry school with 385 pupils on roll and 30 children in our nursery at the heart of the vibrant town of Ipswich.

We would welcome visits to our school and this is strongly encouraged.

What we will offer you

We can offer:

• An excellent environment in which to grow and develop your career
• A dedicated staff team with a genuine passion for teaching and professional learning
• A positive and nurturing learning culture where children enjoy school and strive to achieve their best
• A happy, friendly and vibrant primary school of 385 motivated learners whose curiosity is infectious
• An engaged and supportive governing body
• Opportunities to collaborate and work closely with colleagues

For more information

Please read the (word), Person Specification (word) and Application Guidance (word) or alternatively, please visit our website

Please contact Cieran Dadds, Headteacher by calling 01473 251605

Visits to the school are welcome please contact the school office on 01473 252605 or email: office@clifford.schoolto arrange an appointment.

How to apply

Please submit your completed Application Form (word) via email to: office@clifford.school

Closing date: 9 am, 24 April 2026.

Interview date: 29 April 2026.