Thank you for your interest in joining Orwell Multi Academy Trust. We are proud to have a dedicated and dynamic team who make a difference every day to the lives and learning of our children. Every individual plays an important role in delivering the ambition and values of the Trust.

 

Grange Primary School, Felixstowe, are looking for a part time job share Headteacher

• Contract: Permanent. 0.6FTE - 3 days a week - Job share
• Salary: L13-19 (£69,596 - £80,655 FTE pro rata for part time)
• Closing Date: 12 Noon Monday 23rd March 2026
• Interview date: Thursday 26th March 2026

Grange Community Primary School is a single-form entry school for pupils aged 4-11 in the Edwardian seaside town of Felixstowe, with approximately 165 pupils currently on roll.  Grange Community Primary School is a thriving school with huge ambitions, strong community links and a dedicated team of staff that ensure the pupils realise their full potential to become successful learners. Visits to the school to experience just what a fantastic opportunity this is, are warmly encouraged.

We are looking for an aspiring leader who is ambitious, supportive and resilient. You will job share alongside our existing, strong headteacher, helping to ensure the school continues to develop and be innovative in achieving the very best for the pupils. This is a wonderful opportunity to step into headship and make a lasting impact on our children’s future opportunities and to continue to provide them with successful, happy lives.  

The Orwell Multi Academy Trust offers exceptional candidates the opportunity to work within an establishment that has a ‘family’ feel and puts the children at the heart of what they do.  

The successful headteacher will have: 

• A strong track-record of success through current and previous experience working as a Senior Leader.  
• The ability to inspire and motivate staff through creative, innovative, and bold leadership. 
• The passion and ambition to achieve the best for children. 
• High expectations and vision to ensure all staff have the commitment to continually develop.

What we offer: 

The Orwell Multi Academy Trust is a thriving mix of diverse primary schools with a shared vision of ensuring every child has an exceptional education experience.  

By empowering our school leaders, we are ensuring they have the opportunity to create excellent school communities where learning is unstoppable and aspirations have no limit.  

As the joint headteacher of Grange Community Primary School within our trust, we will offer you:  

• • Enthusiastic children 
  • Highly committed staff 
  • The freedom to shape the curriculum to meet the needs of the school and to realise your ambitions 
  • Membership of the Executive Leadership Team along with the CEO and CFO to shape and realise the ambitions of the trust and to gain exceptional support in your early stages of headship
  • The opportunity to work collegiately with the experienced and talented headteachers across the trust 
  • A highly supportive and proactive governing body

Visits to the school are encouraged. To arrange please contact Julie Abbott: J.Abbott@grange.omat.org.uk

For further information, along with an application pack, please contact Pip Price at HR@OMAT.org.uk

 

Please submit your completed application to hr@omat.org.uk by 12 noon on Monday 23^rd March 2026. Interviews to be held week on Thursday 26^th March 2026.

The Orwell Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department of Education’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education”, references will be sought on all short-listed candidates before interview. 

 

 

Brooklands Primary School, Nr Manningtree, are looking for a Class Teacher

• Contract: Full time. 
• Salary: MPS 1-6. £32,916 - £45,352 per annum
• Closing Date: 13th April 2026
• Interview date: 17th April 2026

Brooklands is a vibrant and exceptional school. As a result of recent expansion, which includes a brand-new teaching block, we are looking for an exceptional Class Teacher to join our dynamic and talented team.  

This is an exciting and unique opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivated teacher, looking to join a forward-thinking school community and continue their professional development.  

Our ideal candidate will be a committed teacher who is energized by challenge and change and is looking to make a difference to each child’s learning in a school that embraces and drives innovation and excellence.  

Brooklands is passionate about ensuring that every child reaches their potential whilst developing their excitement for learning and exploring the world around them, creating opportunities and experiences designed to help them discover and flourish.  

The school is a leader in learning beyond the classroom and has an exceptional outdoor space. Everywhere you look you will see that Brooklands has been designed to enhance our children’s learning outside of the classroom. The school stands alone in holding both Forest and Beach School status and is committed to ensuring that the opportunities that this affords permeates throughout the curriculum.  

About the Role

We are looking for someone who: 

• Is a creative and motivated teacher focused on raising standards and developing their potential 
• Will embrace our whole school values of respect, trying new things and high expectations 
• Enjoys being part of a supportive, pro-active and energetic team 
• Can be a strong and positive role model for our children 
• Is community minded and keen to make a difference whether through fund raising or raising awareness for charity, volunteering or activism 
• Thrives on innovation and is committed to their ongoing professional development. 

What We Offer

• A unique chance to grow and progress within a school that is growing in both size and influence nationally 
• A team of staff and governors who are passionate and committed to our school being the best it can be 
• An opportunity to develop your teaching through being a part of a forward-thinking team where all teachers are highly motivated and continually looking to improve things. 
• An environment in which to develop and positively impact the future of our children and support them as Difference Makers.  

We encourage early applications as we may interview ahead of the closing date for the right candidate.  

We are willing to consider applicants wishing to gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) through the Assessment Only route.

Safeguarding Statement
Brooklands Primary School (Nr Manningtree, CO11) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks.

Diversity Statement
Brooklands Primary School (Nr Manningtree, CO11) is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We'll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

How to Apply
For further information and to apply, please contact Katie Donovan, Office Manager at K.Donovan@Brooklands.omat.org.uk  Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Interviews are provisionally scheduled for the week beginning the 17th April 2026. We look forward to welcoming you to our community.

Halifax Primary School, Ipswich, are looking for 3x Class Teachers

• Contract: Full time. 
• Salary: MPS 1-6. £32,916 - £45,352 per annum
• Closing Date: Monday 23rd March 2026
• Interview date: Thursday 26th March 2-26

Required from September 2026

We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic teachers who are also passionate about helping every child excel and achieve both academic and personal milestones they might feel were beyond them.

About the Role

We are looking for teachers who:

• Are highly motivated and excited by teaching.
• Value inclusion and is enthusiastic and able to inspire children to learn with high expectations for every child.
• Have a clear vision of what high quality learning looks like and is able to communicate this effectively to pupils.
• Enjoy being part of a team and working towards shared goals and outcomes.
• Have a clear understanding of the curriculum and are able to provide inspiring and enriching learning opportunities.

What We Offer

• children who take pride in their school and are engaged in learning.
• a warm and supportive school environment with a commitment to wellbeing
• an ambitious school, with support for your professional development and opportunities for your future career
• colleagues who are passionate about working together and providing children with the best possible opportunities 
• strong leadership and a proven record of growing our own talented staff.
• an engaged and supportive governing committee

Halifax Primary School is in the Belstead Road/Maidenhall area of Ipswich.

Early Careers Teachers are welcome to apply.

Safeguarding Statement

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.

Diversity Statement
Halifax Primary School (Ipswich IP2) is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We'll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

How 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

Your application should be received no later than 12pm Monday 23^rd March 2026

Interviews are provisionally scheduled for Thursday 26^th March 2026.