Horizon School are seeking a Teacher or Instructor at our main school site in Lowestoft, to start as soon as possible.
Horizon School is a two-site Alternative Provision (KS1 - KS4 site and Tier 4 In-patient Youth and Adolescent CAMHS) in North Suffolk. Children come to Horizon School for intervention when they require support in managing their behaviour. This can often be at a point of personal crisis or where their underlying needs have not yet been identified, which are therefore creating a barrier to them accessing mainstream education.
The Role
To implement and deliver the Horizon School mathematics curriculum to years 7-11 and other subjects as specified in the job description which engages and ensures all students can make progress in line with expectations in all subjects.
Horizon School Management Committee value the importance of continuing professional development and will support you with completing any training necessary to fulfil your role and career development.
We are looking for a Teacher/Instructor who has the qualities below:
It is essential that you are skilled at making positive relationships with students, have excellent classroom management skills and have a passion for teaching high-quality lessons.
Our current team of staff are highly committed to supporting our students to ensure they get as much as they can out of their education at Horizon School. If you feel you could contribute to the school and join us on our journey, we will welcome an application from you.
For more information
Please read the (word) and Application Guidance (word) or alternatively, please visit our website
Visits and informal discussions can be arranged. Please contact Keeley Smart, School Business Manager by calling 01502 539755
Application Packs are available by emailing: hradmin@horizonschool.org.uk or contacting the school office on 01502 539755
How to apply
Please submit your completed Application Form (word) via email to: hradmin@horizonschool.org.uk
Closing date: 5 pm, 9 July 2026.
Interview date: 15 July 2026.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and two references.
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