Job Description

• Ravenswood Community Primary School
• Address: Ravenswood Avenue, Ipswich IP3 9UA
• Salary: MPR
• Hours: Full time
• Contract: Fixed term for two years, required from September 2026
• Reference: 8983

Compass Eko Trust is a family of good and outstanding schools situated across London, Brighton and Suffolk. Collaborating seamlessly, we are dedicated to cultivating a supportive environment where our collective goal is to constantly learn and innovate, striving to deliver unparalleled educational outcomes for the children under our care. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in education and thrive in a collaborative, progressive atmosphere, this is the perfect opportunity to contribute to a community committed to excellence.

About this role

Ravenswood Community Primary School in Suffolk is seeking two Class Teachers to join our vibrant and inclusive learning community. This is a fantastic opportunity for an motivated educator to inspire and nurture young minds in a school committed to academic excellence, personal development, and community spirit.

In this role, you will have the chance to deliver a broad and balanced curriculum, including core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, and science, alongside creative and physical subjects like French, computing, and physical education. You will play a pivotal role in creating an engaging learning environment where all pupils feel valued and supported to achieve their full potential.

Whether you are an experienced teacher or an early career teacher seeking your first post, we welcome your application. At Ravenswood, we believe in professional growth and offer excellent training and development opportunities for all our staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons that are tailored to meet the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and EAL learners
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect, resilience, and a love of learning
• Use data-driven methods to assess, monitor, and report on pupil progress, ensuring every child reaches their potential
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external agencies to provide holistic support for pupils
• Contribute to the wider school community through participation in extracurricular activities, school events, and staff meetings
• Adhere to school policies and procedures, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and health and safety protocols.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• A strong understanding of the National Curriculum and proven ability to deliver high-quality teaching and learning.
• Commitment to supporting the academic, social, and emotional development of all pupils
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
• A proactive and reflective approach to teaching, with a willingness to engage in ongoing professional development

• An understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and a commitment to promoting the welfare of children.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary in line with the Main Pay Scale or Upper Pay Scale
• Access to high-quality CPD opportunities to support career progression
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities to contribute to the school’s extracurricular and community programmes
• Wellbeing initiatives and access to the school’s wraparound care services if applicable.

Safer Recruitment Statement

Ravenswood Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, qualifications, experience checks, medical clearance, enhanced DBS checks, social media checks, and documentary evidence showing your entitlement to work in the UK.

To find out more

We encourage a visit to the school before applying to gather a full understanding of the role and the challenges within it.

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How to apply

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Please note CV applications will not be accepted.

Closing date: 11.59pm, 6 June 2026.