
Trust Adress
- Orwell Multi Academy Trust
- 64 Prince of Wales Drive,
- Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8PY
- Tel: 01473 684 922
- Email: office@omat.org.uk
Orwell Multi Academy Trust has a dedicated and dynamic team of people who make a difference every day to the lives and learning of our children. Every individual makes a daily contribution to delivering the ambition of the Trust.
As a team we are collectively focused on improving standards irrespective of where across the Trust we work. Our team recognises their responsibilities to share resources, experiences and practices.
Whether you are support staff, a teacher or a leader in a school already or are interested in joining our shared business services team, we have a number of opportunities for those seeking to join us and make a difference.
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For current vacancies, keep scrolling down to the links below for details.
Handford Hall Primary School, Ipswich, is looking for an
Office Manager
Handford Hall Primary School is a vibrant and diverse school that is looking for an Office Manager following re-location of the current post holder.
We are seeking a dynamic, solution-focused, and professional individual to become part of our friendly, dedicated, and hardworking Team.
The Role
In this pivotal position, you will lead and be central to the school's administrative operations, ensuring the office runs smoothly each day. Your responsibilities will include coordinating office activities, managing communications, maintaining records, and supporting the needs of staff, students, and parents. You and your team will consistently strive for operational excellence, delivering the best administrative services in our school.
Your exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask will be crucial in creating a productive and positive environment, significantly contributing to the success of the school community.
We are looking for someone who:
About us:
At Handford Hall, we believe that education is transformational; that is why what we do matters and why we are always seeking to improve our practice.
We intend for Handford Hall to be the school of choice in the local community, whose reputation is centred on great teaching, exemplary behaviour and unrivalled opportunities beyond the classroom.
Our school is a community. You will join a friendly, motivated team who places pupils at the heart of every decision. All of us play an essential role in making our school a safe, secure and enjoyable place to be.
Please visit our website at www.handfordhall.omat.org.uk or our X platform to find out more about us.
For the right candidate there could be a handover with the existing office manager.
During term time, please phone the school on 01473 251 603 to make an appointment to visit the school.
Informal enquiries regarding the role can be made to the school office via email to schooloffice@handfordhall.omat.org.uk
Completed applications should be returned to the school via email to: p.grew@handfordhall.omat.org.uk
Springfield Infant School & Nursery, Ipswich, is looking for a
Learning Support Assistant
Starting 1st September 2025
We are an incredibly busy infant school and being part of our team means you will be working across the school with our young learners. We are looking for effective and flexible practitioners to join our friendly, hardworking and highly skilled teaching assistant team.
Working under the direction of the class teacher and Assistant Head/SENDCo you will be supporting and enhancing the teaching and learning by spotting when to intervene with individuals and when to use your skills more generally to support the broad range of needs in the classroom and in small groups.
You will have excellent verbal and written skills and be able to communicate effectively with the children, the SENCo, staff and parents. Experience of supporting children with additional needs is desirable, although additional support and training can be offered.
To join our team, it is vital that you share our belief in every child’s unique potential, working alongside your colleagues to ensure that every child is given the knowledge, self-worth and learning behaviours to enable them to experience success at this most important stage of their educational journey.
We hope you will want to join us and warmly encourage you to visit our amazing school.
Visits to our school and welcome and encouraged. Please call the school office to arrange this on 01473 741305 or email admin@springinf.omat.org.uk
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.
Springfield Infant School & Nursery, Ipswich, is looking for an
Assistant Headteacher SEND and Inclusion
A brilliant opportunity has arisen for a leadership position at our happy and friendly school. We are looking for a new Assistant Headteacher who is a passionate and motivated leader who would be able to support and contribute to our school’s ongoing journey.
Our challenge to you:
Our commitment to you…...
Visits to our school are welcomed and encouraged, please contact the school office by email - admin@springinf.omat.org.uk
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.
Grace Cook Primary School & Nursery, Stowmarket, is looking for 2
Early Years Practitioners
Position 1 (starting September 2025):
Position 2 (starting September 2025):
Looking for an Exciting New Opportunity? This Could Be It!
Grace Cook Primary and Nursery School, based in Stowmarket, opened its doors in September 2022—and we’re growing fast! As we continue to build on our early success, we’re looking to welcome enthusiastic and dedicated new members to our Early Years team.
We’re proud of our positive, supportive working environment, where every staff member is encouraged to reach their full potential. At Grace Cook, we value ambition, collaboration, and a genuine passion for working with young children. In return, we offer continuous professional development and opportunities to grow your career within a vibrant and forward-thinking school community.
We’re looking for a motivated, inspiring, and hardworking Early Years Practitioner to join our nursery team. You’ll need to bring energy, creativity, and a strong understanding of child development and the EYFS curriculum. A Level 3 qualification (or higher) is desirable.
This role will involve working in one of our nursery rooms—either with our 2-year-olds or our 3–4-year-olds—and you’ll play a key role in supporting both our new and existing children during this exciting time of growth.
If you’re passionate about early education and ready to make a difference in a nurturing, ambitious setting, we’d love to hear from you!
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of something special. Apply now and help shape the future at Grace Cook.
We look forward to hearing from you.
To arrange an informal meeting/ visit to discuss the role with our Headteacher Lisa Mayes, please contact
Laura Ward: office@gracecook.omat.org.uk 01449 833094 www.gracecook.omat.org.uk
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.
Grace Cook Primary School and Nursery, Stowmarket, is looking for a
Higher Level Teaching Assistant – KS2
Are you an experienced and enthusiastic HLTA looking for your next opportunity?
Grace Cook Primary and Nursery School in Stowmarket is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to support and inspire our Key Stage 2 pupils.
Since opening in September 2022, our school has grown into a vibrant, inclusive, and ambitious learning community—and we’re just getting started! As our school continues to expand, we’re looking for passionate staff who share our vision and commitment to delivering high-quality education for every child.
We are looking for a confident and capable HLTA who can:
We offer:
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to be part of an exciting journey at Grace Cook, we would love to hear from you!
Apply now and help shape the future of our KS2 learners.
We look forward to hearing from you.
To arrange an informal meeting/ visit to discuss the role with our Headteacher Lisa Mayes, please contact
Laura Ward: office@gracecook.omat.org.uk 01449 833094 www.gracecook.omat.org.uk
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.
Grace Cook Primary School and Nursery, Stowmarket, is looking for a
Early Career Teacher for a Year 3 Class
Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Career Teacher looking to start your teaching journey in a supportive, forward-thinking school? We’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an ECT to join our passionate team and take on a lovely Year 3 class. The successful candidate will be part of our dedicated, kind, friendly and forward thinking team.
What We Offer:
We’re Looking For Someone Who:
Is this you? We look forward to hearing from you.
Visits to the school are essential to discuss the role with our Headteacher, please contact Laura Ward: office@gracecook.omat.org.uk 01449 833094 www.gracecook.omat.org.uk
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.
Grace Cook Primary School and Nursery, Stowmarket, is looking for a
KS1 Teacher
You know when you see an opportunity that is so rare that no matter how happy you are in your current job, you just know you have to apply? Well, the moment has arrived!
Grace Cook Primary School and Nursery in Stowmarket opened its doors in September 2022 and received a Good with Outstanding Ofsted Report in February 2025. The school currently has children in Nursery, Reception and Years 1-4.
From September 2025 the school will continue to expand with children entering Year 5, and due to the promotion of the Assistant Head to Headteacher we now have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious teacher to join our forward-thinking team in KS1.
To apply, you will need to be a passionate, enthusiastic and hardworking practitioner with knowledge of the Key Stage 1 curriculum. You will thrive on getting involved, putting the children at the heart of everything that you do, and have a clear vision for the curriculum. The ability and experience of leading one or more curriculum subjects would also be a distinct advantage.
Is this you? We look forward to hearing from you.
Visits to the school are essential to discuss the role with our Headteacher. Please contact Laura Ward: office@gracecook.omat.org.uk 01449 833094 www.gracecook.omat.org.uk
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.
Halifax Primary School, Ipswich, is offering
Graduate Internship Opportunities (2 posts)
We are seeking to appoint two enthusiastic and committed Graduate Interns to join our friendly, hardworking and skilled team.
You will be working under the guidance of teaching staff and our Senior Leadership Team to enhance the learning and personal development of the children you will be working with to ensure they have access to the best possible education.
This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates considering a career in teaching or education to gain hands-on experience in a vibrant primary school setting. Our internship offers a training year full of valuable opportunities to work alongside experienced teachers and support staff, developing the skills needed to make a real difference to children’s learning.
What we offer:
The role includes:
This role would suit a proactive and reflective individual who is keen to work as part of a team and has a genuine desire to support children to thrive academically and socially.
Please return your completed application to Mrs Kelly Landers at k.landers@halifax.omat.org.uk
Halifax Primary School is an Orwell Multi Academy Trust Academy and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Halifax Primary School, Ipswich, is looking for a
Class Teacher
Required from September 2025
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic teacher who is also passionate about helping every child excel and achieve both academic and personal milestones they might feel were beyond them. We are looking for a teacher who:
We can offer:
Halifax Primary School is in the Belstead Road/Maidenhall area of Ipswich.
Early Careers Teachers are welcome to apply.
An application pack can be downloaded from the school website, or you can request a copy by contacting g.mann@halifax.omat.org.uk.
Please return your completed application to Mrs Kelly Landers at k.landers@halifax.omat.org.uk
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks are required for this post.
Handford Hall Primary School is currently looking for
2 x Teaching Assistant
Are you looking for a career in education? Are you are thinking about becoming a teacher in the future? Then we are the right school for you. Handford Hall welcomes applications from graduates.
Handford Hall Leadership Team is looking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic teaching assistant with the ability to support pupils across the curriculum. You should enjoy the challenges and rewards of working with teaching staff to support pupils, individually or in small groups.
The role is an exciting chance to play a pivotal role in a supportive and friendly team. Our school mission statement can be summed up very neatly in three words ‘Achieve, Believe and Celebrate’ and these simple, but powerful words lie at the heart of all we do as a school community.
The school environment, curriculum and extra-curricular activities supports, fosters and inspires pupils to make every effort to achieve success at the highest level and provides opportunities for them to make a valuable contribution to the local, national and global community.
We are looking for candidates who:
- Possess energy and enthusiasm
- Are innovative and flexible
- Are committed to making a difference to children's lives
- Are keen and effective learners, willing to learn new skills and undertake professional development opportunities
- Have the confidence to lead groups of pupils in different interventions
- Work well in a team and use their own initiative.
We will provide for you:
Handford Hall Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Full details can be found on our web page: www.handfordhall.omat.org.uk
Competed application forms to be sent to P.Grew@handfordhall.omat.org.uk
The Willows Primary School, Ipswich, is looking for a
Key Stage 2 Teacher
Think you know The Willows? Think again..
Welcome to a new era where high educational expectations and empathetic connections are at the heart of our mission to improve lives; a place where children are challenged and inspired to be Fun, Involved, Self-aware Heroes.
We are building a fortress where our ethos and curriculum will enable children to wonder about, experience and feel their world, gaining skills and knowledge that will inspire big dreams about what they can become and self-worth so they value who they are.
We need your skills and enthusiasm to make our vision a reality and having taken our first steps we are now seeking champions of children (teachers!) at all stages of their career to join us on this exciting journey.
We need you to be the key that unlocks learning and inspires increased self-worth in our children by…
In return we can offer…..
There is no doubt that you will need resilience, creativity and kindness to meet the challenges that each day will bring at our school but by joining us you will be ensuring the children at The Willows get the inspiring educational opportunities and experience they need and deserve.
So why not be ‘the change you want to see in the world’ and apply to work with us. Visits to our school are most welcome - we can’t wait to meet you.
The Willows Primary School is an Orwell Multi Academy Trust Academy, and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks
Please note: Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and interviews arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
The Willows Primary School, Ipswich, is looking for an
Assistant SENCO
Think you know The Willows? Think again..
Welcome to a new era where high educational expectations and empathetic connections are at the heart of our mission to improve lives; a place where children are challenged and inspired to be Fun, Involved, Self-aware Heroes.
We are building a fortress where our ethos and curriculum will enable children to wonder about, experience and feel their world, gaining skills and knowledge that will inspire big dreams about what they can become and self-worth so they value who they are.
We need your skills and enthusiasm to make our vision a reality and having taken our first steps we are now seeking an Assistant SENCo to join us on this exciting journey.
We need you to be the key that unlocks learning and inspires increased self-worth in our children by…
In return we can offer…..
There is no doubt that you will need resilience, creativity and kindness to meet the challenges that each day will bring at our school but by joining us you will be ensuring the children at The Willows get the inspiring educational opportunities and experience they need and deserve.
So why not be ‘the change you want to see in the world’ and apply to work with us. Visits to our school are most welcome - we can’t wait to meet you.
The Willows Primary School is an Orwell Multi Academy Trust Academy, and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks
Please note: Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and interviews arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.