Suffolk County Council

Class Teacher

Suffolk County Council  •  £33k - £51k/yr  •  Stowmarket, GB (Onsite)  •  12 days ago
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Job Description

  • Grace Cook Primary School
  • Address: Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 1GG
  • Salary: MPR / UPR, £32,916 - £51,048 per annum
  • Hours: Full time
  • Contract: Fixed term, required to start September 2026
  • Reference: 8641

Are you ready for a unique and pivotal teaching opportunity? Join Grace Cook Primary School as a Class Teacher as we welcome our first ever Year 6 cohort.

Opened in 2022, our new and thriving school has quickly established a warm and inclusive environment for over 200 pupils. September 2026 marks an exciting milestone as we launch Year 6 for the very first time, and we’re looking for an outstanding, experienced teacher to lead this important year group.

You will:

  • have proven experience teaching Year 6, with evidence of strong progress and attainment
  • bring energy, commitment and ambition to help shape our pupils’ end-of-primary experience
  • play a vital role in preparing children for their next steps, including end-of-key-stage assessments and secondary transition.

In return, we offer:

  • The chance to shape a brand-new Year 6 provision in a supportive, forward-thinking school
  • A collaborative and friendly team environment
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Modern facilities and resources
  • If you are passionate about making a real difference and want to play a key part in our school’s journey, we would love to hear from you.

For more information

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To find out more about the school, please visit our website

To find out more about the role or to arrange a visit to meet Lisa Mayes, Headteacher, please contact Rebecca Hart by either calling 01449 833094 or by emailing office@gracecook.omat.org.uk

How to apply

Please submit your completed Application Form (Word) and Equal Opportunities Form (Word) by email to office@gracecook.omat.org.uk

Closing date: 1pm, 20 April 2026

Interview date: 1 May 2026

Orwell MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be interviewed in line with our safer recruitment procedures, and the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. Our school is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.

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About Suffolk County Council

Reimagine the possibilities.

As one of the largest employers in Suffolk, we have a huge variety of exciting careers to offer people as keen to make a positive impact on the world around them as we are.

As a modern, flexible, and effective council, we’re driven to make a difference to the environment, the communities we serve, and the careers of our people. We explore innovative ways to encourage, respect, and enable everyone to be the best they can be.

By creating meaningful connections with our people and our partner organisations, we’ve built a culture of mutual collaboration, trust, and respect where everyone is supported to be their authentic selves.

We aim to inspire and empower. To improve and evolve. To develop and innovate. To take pride and ownership of the world around us and ensure that we leave a positive and lasting legacy. That’s why it’s time to reimagine a career with the council and take a fresh look at what we can offer you.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Ipswich, GB
Year Founded
1974
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