Ixworth High School – Ixworth, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP31 2HS MPR1 – UPR3 plus 2.1 TLR Full Time Permanent Reference: 7375 Required as soon as possible Ixworth High School is a small high school set in the picturesque Suffolk countryside. We are over-subscribed and have around 555 pupils. The school enjoys a positive reputation in the community, as evidenced by the high demand for Year 7 places in September 2025. The students demonstrate respect, motivation and very good behaviour in their learning. The school's vision is to provide a world class education that truly serves those it educates by always reflecting on and addressing individual needs, strengths, and interests. There is a Specialist Resource Base on site for around 18 pupils, supporting pupils with Communication and Interaction needs. Potential applicants are encouraged to visit the school. The school is currently rated “good” school according by Ofsted, with an inspection from September 2019. The role You will lead high quality adaptive learning in all areas of the Specialist Unit. You will manage the Specialist Unit Team and provide oversight and input in all aspects of the Specialist Unit students’ provision and outcomes. You will support and display an ethos of high expectation and aspiration, in which staff set and model challenge and expectation through teaching and interaction with pupils and families. For more information Please read the full Job Description (pdf) before applying. To find out more about us, please visit our website (ixworthhighschool.org). How to apply To apply, please complete an application by visiting our trust’s vacancy website (ce0200li.webitrent.com). Applications will be considered upon receipt; therefore, early applications are encouraged. Closing date: 15 May 2025 Interview date: Week commencing 19 May 2025 Promoted as JOTW (Job of the Week) on Suffolk Jobs Direct. The 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.