Class Teacher - Felixstowe Campus - Sept 26

The Bridge School, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP8 3ND

41 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  27 April 2026 at 10am

• Date listed

  17 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPR1 - UPR 3 (fte £32,916 - £51,048 per annum) Plus SEN allowance
• Additional allowances:

  SEN Allowance

Class Teacher - Felixstowe Campus - Sept 26 job summary

The Bridge School 

Class Teacher - Felixstowe Campus 

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: MPR/UPR (£32,916 to £51,048) Plus SEN allowance

Start date: September 2026

The Bridge School is an excellent all-through school for SLD pupils. This is an exciting opportunity to join The Bridge School, part of Unity Schools Partnership.

 The school facilities are modern and first class, with all the extra special provision you would expect in the best special schools. Candidates may already be working in SEND or may wish to pursue a career in this sector. Class teachers manage a group of between 8 to 12 pupils and are supported by a team of TAs and a Phase Leader. Our pupils are delightful! 

At this exciting time for the school, we are looking for an inspirational Class Teacher with a passion for SEND and a creative, innovative approach to delivering the curriculum, to join us and make an impact on the learning of our students. We are looking for candidates with the motivation and determination to ensure that students make progress and also to improve and boost their experience. 

You will be supported in your role by experienced SEND leaders who will be available to offer advice and guidance as the school moves forward under their leadership. Significant training and development are available through opportunities for professional development, research, teacher training and collaboration between schools and across phases. 

For more information, to arrange a visit or an informal discussion about the role please contact Mel Scrafield, Office Manager, mel.scrafield@thebridgeschool.org.uk or phone 01473 556200.

Closing date: 9:00am, 27th April 2026 

Interviews: 7th May 2026

Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.

In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About The Bridge School

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 19
• School size: 216 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Bridge School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-bridge-school-ip8-3nd

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