Gusford Primary School Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP2 9LQ Salary: £78,702 – £91,158 per annum (L18–L24) Hours: Full Time Contract: Permanent Reference: 8573 We have a fantastic opportunity for a Headteacher to join Gusford Primary School in Ipswich. If you are an experienced Headteacher ready for a new chapter filled with purpose, partnership and possibility, we would love to hear from you. This isn’t just a leadership position. It’s a chance to shape a school community, champion children’s futures, and create a place where every young person feels valued, inspired and supported to succeed. What we value in our next Headteacher We are searching for a heart-led leader who truly believes in the power of education to transform lives, someone who understands that children flourish when they feel seen, safe and encouraged, and that staff thrive when trust, kindness and collaboration are part of everyday life. If you are the kind of leader who wants to make a difference and be part of something bigger, you will fit right in. Here, values aren’t statements on a wall; they are the way we show up, every day, for each other and for our children. Our people-first philosophy At Active Learning Trust, everyone is valued in their role, and we make sure that the right people have the right opportunities to find their purpose and progress within our trust. Guided by our values of open dialogue, bold thinking and supportive teamwork, we put our staff’s growth and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do so that they can focus on making a real difference in our schools and our communities. Why join our trust? belong to a compassionate and inclusive trust that values you and the role you play join an experienced group of people that are fully dedicated to delivering the best for our children gain access to our VivUp employee benefit system, Cycle to Work scheme and teacher pensions. To find out more Visits to experience our wonderful school in action are warmly encouraged. For an informal conversation about this exciting opportunity, please contact Rae Aldous, Director of Primary Education via email at: rae.aldous@activelearningtrust.org or Duncan Low, Director of Education at: duncan.low@activelearningtrust.org. How to apply Applications are to be submitted via the MyNewTerm website. Closing date: 18 March 2026. Interview dates: 26 and 27 March 2026. Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct. The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture. We only accept applications submitted online via MyNewTerm, our chosen applicant tracking system, and which are completed before the closing deadline. Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.