Class Teacher

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking teachers who

• Demonstrate strong teaching skills and the ability to create engaging, well-structured lessons that help pupils make good progress
• Are ambitious for every child and committed to raising standards, whatever pupils’ starting points
• Welcome working in a diverse, inclusive school and understand the importance of meeting the needs of pupils with SEND, EAL and those requiring additional support
• Care about developing the whole child, including pupils’ confidence, independence, behaviour, wellbeing and love of learning
• Work positively with colleagues, parents, carers and external agencies to secure the best outcomes for pupils
• Are reflective, organised and willing to learn, whether as an Early Career Teacher or an experienced teacher
• Bring enthusiasm, resilience and a positive outlook to school life, and want to contribute to our journey towards excellence

What the school offers its staff

Norbury Manor Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive and ambitious primary school located in Croydon, serving a richly diverse community with pupils from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, languages and lived experiences. This makes Norbury Manor a unique, exciting and rewarding place to teach.

We are proud of our warm and welcoming ethos, our dedicated and hardworking staff team, and our commitment to ensuring that every child is known, valued and supported to achieve their full potential. We are conveniently located on main roads, with excellent transport links, including Norbury train station and nearby bus routes within short walking distance.

This role is open to both Early Career Teachers and experienced teachers. Whether you are at the beginning of your teaching journey or ready for the next stage in your career, we will provide the support, guidance and professional development needed to help you thrive.

At Norbury Manor, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. Our pupils are enthusiastic, keen to learn and proud of their school. A dedicated team is already in place, and we are looking for more brilliant people to join us as we continue our journey towards excellence.

As a school, we can offer

• A warm, welcoming and inclusive school community where staff and pupils are valued
• Enthusiastic pupils who are keen to learn and proud of their school
• A supportive leadership team committed to staff development, wellbeing and pupil outcomes
• A strong induction programme for Early Career Teachers
• Mentoring, coaching and regular professional dialogue to support you in your role
• High-quality CPD linked to school priorities and career development
• Opportunities to work collaboratively with year group, phase and subject leads
• A clear behaviour and inclusion framework to support classroom practice
• Opportunities for experienced teachers to contribute to curriculum development, mentoring and wider school improvement
• A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a diverse and ambitious school community

Commitment to safeguarding

Our school's safeguarding policies and procedures are designed to promote the well-being and safety of our students, and we strive to ensure that these are constantly reviewed and updated to reflect current best practices. We believe that every student has the right to a safe and nurturing learning environment, and we are committed to upholding this fundamental principle at all times.