Fakenham Junior School

Fakenham Junior School is a primary academy serving children aged 7 to 11 in Fakenham, Norfolk. With approximately 257 pupils, the school provides education across Key Stage 2 and places pupils, families and the wider community at the heart of school life. Its ethos is reflected in an emphasis on kindness, patience, professionalism and positive relationships, with every member of staff expected to help create a welcoming and dependable environment for children and adults alike.

The school’s junior-phase focus enables it to respond closely to the academic, social and pastoral needs of pupils during their Key Stage 2 years. Its office is an important hub for communication with parents, carers, visitors and callers, and staff are expected to handle varied enquiries sensitively and efficiently. Fakenham Junior School is firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, with recruitment undertaken in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance and appropriate pre-employment checks.

Working at Fakenham Junior School means joining a small, collaborative team where adaptability and mutual support are valued. Staff can expect a varied working day and the opportunity to make a visible contribution to pupils, families and the wider school community. The academy setting is also likely to provide access to relevant professional development, workplace pension arrangements subject to eligibility, and established policies that support safe, effective practice. This role will particularly suit someone who enjoys purposeful administrative work in a friendly primary environment.