Vacancies

Handford Hall is looking for a class teacher (KS1/KS2) starting September 2026:

Salary: MPR

Job term: Full Time

Closing date: Wednesday 25th February 2026 midday

Interviews: week beginning 2nd March 2026

Required from September 2026 (Applications from ECTs are welcome)

We are seeking to appoint a talented and highly motivated teachers, who

• are innovative, creative and  enthusiastic
• will embrace our whole school values of respect, trying new things and have high expectations of all
• enjoy being part of a supportive, pro-active team
• thrive on innovation and are committed to their ongoing professional development.

Those we recruit are able to demonstrate that they share our values, are highly motivated to work with colleagues within and beyond their school to continuously develop their skills and pursue professional excellence, and are committed to providing the highest standards of teaching for all children. If that is you then we would be delighted to receive your application.

At Handford Hall we endeavour to maintain a happy, purposeful environment in which everyone can develop as confident, competent and caring individuals, able to fully grasp future opportunities and participate as members of a democratic society. Our children are more than capable of excellence. For this reason, we will do whatever it takes to make sure the whole school community is confident, well- educated and prepared for the future.

In return, we can offer:

• strong, supportive leadership and a caring and enthusiastic staff team
• a unique opportunity to grow and progress within a school
• a strong emphasis on teamwork
• a commitment to you and high quality professional development including research projects
• an opportunity to develop your teaching through being a part of a forward-thinking team where all teachers are highly motivated
• a school that is used as a model of outstanding practice that is shared with other schools
• encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference to change the lives and life-chances for the children of Handford Hall
• full support in delivering our curriculum.

Safeguarding Statement

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks.

Diversity Statement

Our school is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will 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

Application form to be emailed to schooloffice@handfordhall.omat.org.uk

Visits to school are most welcomed and encouraged - please call 01473 251 603 to arrange them.

Handford Hall Primary School, Ipswich, is looking for a

Teaching Assistant

· Required: ASAP

· Hours: 28 hours (Term time only)

· Salary: LGS Band 2; point 2 - 3; £24,413 - £24,796 pro rata

· Fixed Term until 31 August 2026

· Closing date: Friday 27th February 2026

· Interview date: w/b 2nd March 2026

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.

Please email your application form to schooloffice@handfordhall.omat.org.uk