Address: Ipswich Academy, Ipswich, Suffolk IP3 0EW Salary: £30,000 - £46,525 per annum (Unqualified Teachers £25,193 - £33,902 per annum - SEN allowance - £2,679 Hours: Full Time Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible Reference: 8131 Paradigm Trust is looking to appoint a SEU Teacher into our new special education unit at Ipswich Academy. The Trust When you join Paradigm, you will be joining a trust that is committed to developing and sustaining great schools to make the biggest difference for pupils. It’s a place where we work together, helping each other to make sure every child can reach their potential. We are only able to do this through the hard work of our staff, and so we value them accordingly. At Paradigm you’ll be supported with your career goals, with ongoing professional development and numerous opportunities to progress on your career path. Staff health is extremely important to us, and as part of Paradigm you will enjoy a range of benefits that are designed to support your wellbeing, as well as a highly competitive rewards package. If you have a passion to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. The Position We are seeking teachers, preferably with a SEND background, to work with students in the school’s special education unit, although this is not essential as training will be delivered relevant to experience and the cohort of children. You will be carrying out the professional duties of a class teacher and as such will provide the provision of an appropriate learning experience for all pupils under the guidance of the Assistant Principal. Unqualified teacher applications with experience will also be considered. What you will offer You will have the ability to demonstrate a passion for teaching. You must be able to enthuse, motivate and progress pupils of all abilities. What we will offer You will be joining a friendly and engaging workplace with benefits including: Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) A strong commitment to professional development We strive to be a family friendly employer Employee counselling service Cycle2work scheme How to apply Please feel free to contact Adam Wilding, Principal by calling 01473 550040 To find out more, please visit our website (Ipswich Academy) As a trust, we are committed to reducing unnecessary workload and are outcomes-driven; flexible working options can be accommodated. Closing date: 8 December 2025. Interview date: 16/17 December 2025. Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct. All applicants must have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this will be assessed as part of the recruitment and selection process. If you are successful, you will be required to comply with the trust’s safeguarding policies and procedures. An Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required for all posts. All completed applications must be submitted by the closing date and time detailed above.