Class Teacher

Location: Pakefield Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Main Pay Range - £34,069.00 to £46,940.00

Inspire learning. Shape futures.

At Pakefield Primary School, a welcoming primary school in Lowestoft and part of the Active Learning Trust, we are looking for a talented and committed Class Teacher who shares our belief that every child deserves an exceptional education. This role offers the opportunity to create engaging learning experiences, maintain high expectations for all pupils and make a meaningful contribution to a school community where children are valued as individuals. We are seeking a teacher who combines strong classroom practice with warmth, professionalism and a collaborative approach, and who is keen to play an active role in the continuing success and development of both the school and the wider Trust.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons aligned to the curriculum and schemes of work.
• Assess, monitor and report on pupil progress, adapting teaching to meet individual needs.
• Create a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment with high standards of behaviour and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and the wider Trust to support pupil achievement and school priorities.
• Promote safeguarding, uphold professional standards and contribute to the wider life of the school.

Contact
If you would like an informal discussion about the role, or for more information, please contact Ryan Stevens, Headteacher, at rstevens@pakefieldprimaryschool.org.uk

All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.

The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 4 months’ probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act.