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Class Teacher — Piper’s Vale Primary Academy
Location: Ipswich, Suffolk IP3 0EW
Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 pro rata (£16,458 - £25,524 per annum)
Hours: 0.5 FTE
Start Date: Permanent, required from September 2026
Reference: 5232
About Paradigm Trust
At Paradigm Trust, we believe in creating exceptional learning environments where every child achieves their potential. We value our staff and invest in their growth, offering:
- Supportive career development with ongoing professional training
- Flexible working options where possible
- Wellbeing-focused benefits, including:
- Employee counselling service
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Family-friendly policies
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS)
- A collaborative, inclusive culture built on the collective effort of our teams
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As a Class Teacher at Piper’s Vale Primary Academy, you will:
- Deliver high-quality teaching and learning, supporting pupils of all abilities
- Work under the guidance of the Assistant Principal to plan and deliver engaging lessons
- Foster a motivational and inclusive classroom environment
- Contribute to a safeguarding culture, ensuring child protection policies are upheld
Key Requirements
- Passion and enthusiasm for teaching and making a difference in students’ lives
- Strong ability to inspire, engage, and challenge learners
- Commitment to continuous professional development
- Clear DBS Enhanced Disclosure reporting, to be initiated upon appointment
Why Join Us?
Benefits include:
- Employer-supported professional growth to progress in your career
- Work-life balance friendly policies, including flexible working options where possible
- Teacher-focused perks, such as an enhanced pension scheme
- A supportive, inclusive school community
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Your Next Steps
To apply, complete the application process via: Paradigm Trust’s Recruitment Portal
Closing date: 9am, 6 July 2026
Important Notes
- This vacancy is featured via Suffolk Jobs Direct (SJD) and may not include an online application portal—follow the link above to apply.
- Safeguarding is a fundamental requirement; applicants must demonstrate compliance with the Trust’s safeguarding policies.
- All roles require an Enhanced DBS check upon completion of the hiring process.
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