Class Teacher

• Stone Lodge Academy

• Address: Ipswich Suffolk IP2 9HW

• Salary: MPR / UPR SEN Allowance

• Hours: Full Time

• Contract: Permanent

• Reference: 8001

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced SEND Class Teacher to join our team in Ipswich. You will be passionate about supporting students with SEMH ASD ADHD and other additional needs. You will deliver engaging lessons to KS3 and KS4 students working towards Entry Level 2 / 3 accreditations. Familiarity with the Key Stage 2 curriculum is desirable to help tailor learning to individual needs.

You will work closely with parents colleagues and external professionals to support each student learning and development. The role includes adapting lessons for diverse needs delivering 1-to-1 and small-group support and promoting academic progress emotional regulation and confidence in a nurturing environment. QTS and SEND experience are essential.

We welcome Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and are open to flexible working. If youre committed to making a real difference for students with SEND we encourage you to apply.

We offer a wide range of staff benefits including:

• membership into Teachers Pension Scheme

• family friendly policies and flexible working

• access to our Employee Assistance Programme

• employee wellbeing initiatives

• free parking

• canteen

• company events

• access to various memberships and discount schemes

• learning and development opportunities - including staff development days

• funded subject course development for your role

• range of staff communities including EDI and neurodiverse communities

• career progression opportunities.

Eastern Education Group is a dynamic and forward-thinking education provider committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences across multiple institutions. Our group encompasses a diverse range of educational settings including schools further education colleges and specialist learning provisions ensuring that learners of all ages and backgrounds receive the support and opportunities they need to succeed.

At the heart of our mission is a dedication to excellence inclusivity and innovation in education. We strive to create an environment where students can thrive academically socially and professionally. Through strong partnerships with local communities businesses and industry leaders we ensure our curriculum remains relevant equipping students with the skills and knowledge required for future careers.

Our group also prioritises supporting students with additional learning needs offering specialist provisions for those with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) SEMH (Social Emotional and Mental Health needs) and vocational training to empower every learner. We take a holistic approach to education combining academic excellence with pastoral care safeguarding and wellbeing initiatives to foster a safe and supportive learning environment.

As a collective Eastern Education Group is committed to continuous improvement innovation and maintaining high standards across all our institutions. We work closely with regulatory bodies including Ofsted to ensure compliance and the highest quality of teaching learning and student support. Our leadership team educators and support staff are dedicated to shaping the future of education driving positive change and enabling learners to realise their full potential.

As a Group our Character Strengths and Mission Statement underpin our expectations of all our students and employees. Please familiarise yourself with these and incorporate them into your personal statement; this will be of benefit if you are invited to attend for an interview.

This is an opportunity to join a hugely supportive organisation where we value support and facilitate your professional development as well as offering many other benefits including an attractive pension scheme staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance.

The Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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How to apply:

Completed application forms should be made via our recruitment portal.

Closing date: 8am 4 November 2025.

If you have not heard from a member of the HR Team within 14 working days of the closing date please presume your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Promoted as JOTW (Job of the Week) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.

We reserve the right to appoint prior to listed closing date; early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race sex gender gender reassignment disability religion/belief sexual orientation or age in accordance with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010.

The group is committed to safeguarding children and safer recruitment practices and will undertake all the required pre-employment checks on the successful candidate including an enhanced DBS Disclosure.

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