Staff Vacancies
Class Teacher
Start date: 1st September 2026
Salary range: Dependent on experience (TMS1 – TMS6)
A rare opportunity has arisen to join our happy and supportive school community, owing to the retirement of a long-serving teacher. We are looking for a highly skilled teaching professional—someone committed not only to excellent teaching but also to the care, wellbeing and inclusion of every child.
About the Role
Croyland Primary School is seeking a Class Teacher to start preferably on 1st September 2026.
This is a unique chance to become part of a school where staff turnover is very low and positions rarely become available. This vacancy arises as one of our much-valued colleagues begins a well-earned retirement after a long and dedicated career at Croyland.
We welcome applications from ECTs, MPS and UPS teachers. The role offers scope for fresh ideas, creativity, and professional growth, and we are able to consider flexible working where needed.
About Us
Croyland Primary School is a large, vibrant and happy school with a diverse range of pupils. We have a strong track record of inclusive practice, ensuring that all pupils achieve well and grow into active, responsible citizens. In October 2021, Ofsted recognised us as a ‘Good’ school.
What We Offer
We will support you in your professional role by providing:
- Wonderful children who will never cease to make you smile
- A nurturing, supportive teaching team with a focus on collaboration and professional development
- The technology and resources needed to plan and teach effective lessons
- A creative, forward-thinking team committed to positive outcomes for children
- A well-developed curriculum across all areas, giving you the freedom to focus on pedagogy rather than curriculum design
- A well cared-for, child-focused environment
- Opportunities for career progression, including subject and leadership responsibilities
- Strong provision for vulnerable pupils through a proactive behaviour, pastoral and intervention team
- A leadership team who are mindful of wellbeing and work-life balance
- For ECTs: a personalised support package and a skilled induction mentor to help you settle into school life
- For experienced teachers: a supportive mentor to aid transition into the team
- …and yes, on-site parking!
Join us and bring your ideas, skills and passion for teaching to a school where you’ll be supported, valued and inspired.
How to Apply
Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a visit or for further information, please contact our School Business manager, Miss Kelly Durham on 01933 224169.
An application pack can be downloaded below and is also available on www.teachnorthamptonshire.com Please complete and return the forms on or before Wednesday 22nd April 2026. We would like to hold interviews on Wednesday 29th April 2026.
Miss Lucy Deakin
A letter from our children:
Dear Reader
Are you looking for a school with kind and respectful children who show passion for learning? Well look no further, Croyland Primary School is the place for you!
As Year 6 children, we have been here for a long time, and from our experience, we know that to help us learn we need teachers who:
- will help us to develop our independence
- will teach us all we need to know to prepare us for the next part of our education
- is adventurous and creative
- will respect and care for us
- has a good sense of humour
- will be able to tune in to their inner child
- wants to share with us how wonderful the world can be
- will really care about helping us reach our full potential.
- likes children!
Really, we need you to have the C (Croyland) – Factor! We work hard every day to have the C Factor. Come and meet us and we will tell you all about it.
Yours faithfully
I, M and RL (Year 6 children)
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and safer recruitment practice, and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants and references will be requested for short-listed applicants prior to interview and will form part of the interview process. The successful applicant will also be expected to undertake a medical questionnaire.
Completion of application form
Confidential Equality Monitoring
Disclosure of Criminal Convictions form
Safeguarding a Promoting the Welfare of Children Statement
Recruitment of ex-offenders statement
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Special Needs
Teaching Assistant Level 2
Mondays- Friday, 8.45am – 3.30pm (31.25 hours per week)
Term time only - 38 weeks per year
Start date: ASAP
Salary range: Grade E Point 4-5 (£25,185– £25,583)
£17,821.41 - £18,108.19 (actual salary)
A vacancy has arisen for a Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support the learning and pastoral needs of children with special educational needs. This contract will be on a permanent basis with no specified end date. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and friendly, has good communication skills and has a strong knowledge of child development. Flexible working requests will be considered.
Applicants should have;
- the ability to work independently and as part of a team,
- a work ethic which is driven by a desire to make a positive difference to those who need a little extra help through the day,
- the ability to use own initiative,
- a friendly and approachable manner- with a glass-half-full demeanour.
- a willingness to undertake First Aid training
Work experience in a school environment would be beneficial.
Croyland Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and safer recruitment practice, and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants and references will be requested for short-listed applicants prior to interview and will form part of the interview process. The successful applicant will also be expected to undertake a medical questionnaire.
Contact:
For an application pack, please download the pack below, or alternatively email the School Business Manager, Miss Kelly Durham: kdurham@croylandprimary.org.uk Visits to the school are strongly encouraged.
Description:
Croyland Primary School is a large vibrant school situated in Wellingborough with two classes per year group catering for 428 pupils. We have a diverse range of pupils; some with complex and challenging needs. Our school has a proven track record of inclusive practice, a clear and shared vision, and the determination to support all children in achieving their potential. We were judged to be a Good school in our most recent Ofsted inspection; October 2021.
We can offer you;
- the most delightful children,
- a supportive, forward-thinking and professional team who work collaboratively to ensure all needs of our children are met to best effect,
- the required training and professional development opportunities.
- Flexible working requests will be considered.
If you would like to visit the school, or find out a little more about us, do not hesitate to get in touch.
Welcome Letter Special Needs Teaching Assistant
Special Needs Teaching Assistant Job Description
Special Needs Teaching Assistant Person Specification
Criminal Convictions Declaration form