Class Teacher

Suffolk Jobs Direct Careers; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving primary school in Ipswich seeks a Class Teacher for a maternity cover position. The ideal candidate will provide excellent education and care for a Year 2 class, fostering independent learning and adhering to the National Curriculum. Join a caring team in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and fostering their development.
• Ability to create engaging lesson plans aligned with the curriculum.
• Knowledge of strategies for supporting SEND and EAL children.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality education for a designated year group.
• Plan and implement effective teaching and learning strategies.
• Assess students' progress and maintain records.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in Education or related field

Job description

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• Cliff Lane Primary School, Ipswich, Suffolk IP3 0PJ
• MPR
• Full Time
• Maternity Cover for 12 months
• Reference: 7608
• Required from 20 October 2025.
  
  
  

Job Description

• Cliff Lane Primary School, Ipswich, Suffolk IP3 0PJ
• MPR
• Full Time
• Maternity Cover for 12 months
• Reference: 7608
• Required from 20 October 2025.
  
  
  

Your role

You will take responsibility for the education and welfare of a designated year 2 class of children in accordance with the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions document, having due regard to the requirements of the National Curriculum and school policies.

What will the job entail:

• to plan work for the class in accordance with national and school curriculum policies and in co-operation with subject and phase leaders to ensure that the children experience a broad, balanced, relevant and stimulating curriculum
• to ensure a close match between the learning experiences offered, and the individual needs of the children in the class, so as to give each child an opportunity to achieve to the maximum of their capability
• to make appropriate educational provision for children with SEND and those learning EAL, with support from the SENDCo
• to provide children with opportunities to manage their own learning and become independent learners
• to create a secure, happy and stimulating classroom environment, maintaining the highest standards of organisation, and discipline
• to foster each child’s self-image and esteem and establish relationships which are based on mutual respect
• to maintain a high standard of learning environment both in the classroom and in other areas of the school
• to arrange for resources, equipment and materials to be available in such a way that they are properly cared for, easily accessible and will encourage the children to become more responsible for their own learning
• to work closely with colleagues to undertake medium and short term planning and the implementation of agreed schemes of work
• to assess children’s progress, maintain records and provide written reports to parents and carers in accordance with school policies
• to communicate and consult with parents and carers and with outside agencies, as necessary, about children’s progress and attainment
• to ensure that the school’s aims and objectives in relation to the curriculum, equal
• opportunities and discipline are promoted in every way
• to liaise with support staff who are school based and from other external bodies as required
• to take responsibility for the management of other adults in the classroom
• to work within agreed deadlines, supporting colleagues with the smooth running of the school
• to take up the opportunity for continuous professional development through self-directed reading, courses and in-service training.
  
  
  

Your responsibilities:

• to undertake any other reasonable and relevant duties in accordance with the changing needs of the school
• to take responsibility for a curriculum subject area as agreed with the Headteacher as detailed below:
• promote the teaching of the agreed subject throughout the school, according to the requirements of the National Curriculum
• in conjunction with the head teacher or other senior staff, be responsible for the implementation and management of the school’s policy for the agreed subject area
• review the policy and adapt it as appropriate
• take responsibility for maintaining and evaluating all material resources with a system of easy accessibility. To consult colleagues and be responsible for ordering resources within an agreed budget in full consultation with the head teacher
• offer support and advice to colleagues
• to undertake any other reasonable duties requested by the Headteachers.
  
  
  

You will need:

• to provide a high-quality education for all children in a designated year group
• to ensure consistency in teaching and learning progression for all children within the designated year group
• to be efficient and able to use your own initiative
• to work well as part of a team.
  
  
  

Applications are welcome from ECTs and experienced teachers.

About Us

Cliff Lane is a thriving primary school in East Ipswich, close to the beautiful Holywells Park. It is part of a growing multi-academy trust, ASSET Education.

We are looking for a Class Teacher to join our wonderful school. We are passionate and fully committed to providing the very best education for all of our children. Our core value is ‘Belief’ and we have an uncompromising belief in all of the children and adults that walk through our doors.

To find out more:

For further details, or to arrange an initial discussion with the Headteacher Mrs Carrie Broom, please contact Claire Pearson, HR Lead on 01473251604 or email: [e-mail]

Please also see our website: https://www.clifflaneprimary.co.uk

Please Read The Job Description (pdf) .

This post will be reporting directly to the Headteacher and will be based at Cliff Lane Primary School.

How to apply:

Candidates need to apply via My New Term via: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/141591/EDV-2025-CLPS-37693

Closing date: 8 July 2025.

Interview date: 14/15 July 2025.

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