Bungay, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Castle EAST SchoolAddress: Hillside Road East, Bungay, Suffolk NR35 1JSSalary: L18 – L24Hours: Full TimeContract: Permanent, required as soon as possibleReference: 5293 As Headteacher, you will work closely with the Trus…
Skills: Educational Leadership, SEND Management, Strategic Planning, Staff Development, Stakeholder Engagement
Lowestoft, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$28k–$30k/yr
Horizon SchoolAddress: Saturn Close, Lowestoft NR32 4TDSalary: £28,142 - £29,540 per annum (pro rata)Hours: 35 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (job share considered)Contract: PermanentReference: 5292 Horizon School is …
Skills: Communication Skills, Listening Skills, Relationship Building, Preparation And Organisation, Work Ethic
Lowestoft, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Horizon SchoolAddress: Saturn Close, Lowestoft, Suffolk NR32 4TDSalary: MPR/UPR + SEN1 (Instructor scale + SEN1)Hours: Full timeContract: Permanent, required as soon as possibleReference: 5290 Horizon School are seeking …
Skills: Excellent Teaching Practitioner, Excellent Classroom Management Skills, Flexibility, Sound Knowledge of the Mathematics Curriculum, Ability to Build Positive Relationships
Lowestoft, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$25k–$26k/yr
Horizon SchoolAddress: Lowestoft, Suffolk NR32 4TDSalary: Grade 3, Point 4-6, £25,185 - £25,989 per annum pro rataHours: 35 hours per week, 39 weeks per yearContract: Permanent, required as soon as possible (job share co…
Skills: Communication Skills, Listening Skills, Relationship Building, Preparation And Organisation, Work Ethic
Mid Suffolk, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$30k–$34k/yr
Freeman Community Primary SchoolAddress: Stowupland, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 4BQSalary: £30,024 - £33,699 per annum pro rata (£24,055 - £27,00 actual salary)Hours: 33.75 hours per week, 40 weeks per year, 8.15am – 3.30p…
Skills: Communication, IT Skills, Microsoft Office, Literacy, Numeracy
Ipswich, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Old Buckenham Hall School Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP7 7PHSalary: CompetitiveHours: 20 hours per week, term time only Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible Reference: 5284 Old Buckenham Hall School is lookin…
Skills: Technical Support, Laboratory Management, Health and Safety, Equipment Preparation, Curriculum Delivery
Bury St Edmunds, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$30k–$42k/yr
West Suffolk College Address: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 3RLSalary: £29,583 - £41,964 per annumHours: Full time Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible Reference: Permanent. West Suffolk College is seeking a…
Skills: Plumbing Instruction, Building Services Engineering, Gas Course Delivery, Apprenticeship Training, Heat Pump Technology
Ipswich, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Suffolk County CouncilAddress: Endeavour House, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2BX - Hybrid workingSalary: £40,777 per annum (pro rata for part time)Hours: 37 hours per week, flexible working options availableContract: Permanent T…
Skills: Development Management, Planning Advice, NSIPs, Public Inquiry Representation, Caseload Management
Mid Suffolk, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Consortium Trust Address: Helmingham, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 6EX – full mobility across the TrustSalary: UPR 1 – 3 Hours: Full Time, 1.0 FTE, term time only (part-time hours will be considered) Contract: Permanent, req…
Skills: Curriculum Review, Work Scrutiny, Pupil Progress Monitoring, Adaptive Teaching, Coaching
Woodbridge, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Woodbridge SchoolAddress: Marryott House, Burkitt Road, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 4JJ Salary: £6,997 per annumHours: 14 hours per week on three days: Monday – Tuesday, 5.55am - 8:30am and 5pm - 7.35pm, Wednesday, 5.55am -…
Skills: Minibus Driving, Student Transport, Vehicle Safety Checks, Customer Service, Punctuality
Ipswich, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Ipswich School Address: 25 Henley Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 3SGSalary: £24,784 per annumHours: Full time (Various positions available, full time, part time and apprenticeships)Contract: PermanentReference: 5271 Location…
Skills: EYFS Curriculum Delivery, Childcare, Early Years Education, Safeguarding, Child Protection
Ipswich, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$25k–$25k/yr
Gorseland Primary School Address: Deben Avenue, Martlesham Heath, Ipswich, Suffolk IP5 3QRSalary: £24,796 - £25,185 per annum pro rata Hours: Part timeContract: Fixed Term from 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2027Reference…
Skills: Classroom Support, Small Group Interventions, Teamwork, Stakeholder Management, Patience
Ipswich, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
$14k–$15k/yr
Ipswich Borough CouncilAddress: Grafton House, Russell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2DESalary: £14,451 - £15,169 per annumHours: 19 hours per weekContract: PermanentReference: 0818 Ipswich Borough Council are looking for a…
Skills: Customer Service, Communication Skills, IT Skills, Administration, Case Management
Saxmundham, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Benhall St Mary’s CE Primary School Address: Saxmundham, Suffolk IP17 1EHSalary: £24,796 pro rotaHours: 30.8 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (term time only) * Contract: Fixed term contract initially until 31 August 20…
Skills: Learning Support, Special Educational Needs Support, Inclusion, Patience, Child Development
Ipswich, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$12/hr–$13/hr
Copdock and Washbrook Pre-schoolAddress: Pheasant Rise, Copdock, Ipswich, Suffolk IP8 3 LFSalary: £12.69 - £13.16 per hourHours: Full or part time, up to 40 hours per week term time and up to 20 hours school holidays or …
Skills: Early Years Foundation Stage, Safeguarding, Child Protection, Early Learning, Childcare
Bury St Edmunds, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$30k–$31k/yr
West Suffolk College Address: Out Risbygate, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 3RLSalary: £29,556 - £30,585 per annumHours: Full time, 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per yearContract: Fixed term until 31 July 2028, required as …
Skills: Programme Planning, Quality Assurance, Stakeholder Engagement, Partnership Brokering, Curriculum Planning
Ipswich, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$31k–$35k/yr
Lapwing Education Address: Martlesham Heath, Ipswich, Suffolk IP5 3SL Salary: £31,000 - £35,000 per annum FTE Hours: 37.5 hours per week 43 weeks per year (term time plus 4 weeks) Contract: Permanent, required from 1 Sep…
Skills: Recruitment, Onboarding, HR Administration, Compliance, Microsoft Office
Mid Suffolk, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Serco – Service Partner to Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils Address: Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 5APSalary: £34,608 per annumHours: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday 6.30am – 3pm, with occasional Saturday work and…
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Lowestoft, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$44k–$48k/yr
East Suffolk CouncilAddress: East Suffolk House, Melton, Woodbridge IP12 1RT and Riverside, Lowestoft, Suffolk NR33 0EQSalary: £44,075 - £48,226 per annumHours: 37 hours per weekContract: Fixed term (2 years) East Suffol…
Skills: Occupational Therapy, Case Management, Disabled Facilities Grants, Environmental Assessments, Psychological Assessments
Ipswich, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$60k–$65k/yr
Royal Hospital SchoolAddress: Holbrook, Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 2RXSalary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annumHours: Full time Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible Reference: 5224 Set in 200 acres of Suffolk countrysid…
Skills: Financial Management, Financial Control, Reporting, Budgeting, Forecasting
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Provide inspirational leadership for a specialist school for pupils with autism and communication needs. Drive continual improvement and innovation while collaborating with the Trust's Director of SEND to ensure strong academic and emotional outcomes.
Seeking an exceptional leader capable of managing a transformational specialist school and leading a dedicated staff team. Must be able to champion the needs of autistic children and work effectively with families and governors.
As Headteacher, you will work closely with the Trust's Director of SEND to build upon Castle EAST School's strong foundations, ensuring that the school remains ambitious, innovative and responsive to the changing needs of pupils, families and the wider SEND landscape. This close partnership provides a distinctive opportunity to combine school-based leadership with Trust-wide SEND expertise and system-level influence.
At Castle EAST School, we believe that every child deserves a place where they feel understood, valued and able to thrive.
We are seeking an exceptional Headteacher to lead the next chapter in the development of our transformational specialist school. This is a unique opportunity to build on the success of a school that was judged Outstanding in its first Ofsted inspection following opening, whilst shaping the future of one of Suffolk's most distinctive educational communities.
Castle EAST School is a specialist provision for pupils aged 9–16 with autism and communication and interaction needs. At the heart of our work is a commitment to personalised learning, high aspirations, meaningful relationships and preparing young people for successful adult lives.
As part of EAST, you will join a family of schools committed to excellence, inclusion and collaboration. You will lead a dedicated staff team, work closely with families and governors, and help ensure that every pupil receives the education, support and opportunities they deserve.
As Headteacher, you will:
For more information
Please read the Recruitment Pack (pdf).
Please contact Anna Mears via Ashley Elder by calling 01986 808651 or by emailing [email protected].
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Closing date: 12pm, 31 August 2026
Interview date: Week commencing 12 October 2026
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Reimagine the possibilities
Reimagine the possibilities. As one of the largest employers in Suffolk, we have a huge variety of exciting careers to offer people as keen to make a positive impact on the world around them as we are. As a modern, flexible, and effective council, we’re driven to make a difference to the environment, the communities we serve, and the careers of our people. We explore innovative ways to encourage, respect, and enable everyone to be the best they can be. By creating meaningful connections with our people and our partner organisations, we’ve built a culture of mutual collaboration, trust, and respect where everyone is supported to be their authentic selves. We aim to inspire and empower. To improve and evolve. To develop and innovate. To take pride and ownership of the world around us and ensure that we leave a positive and lasting legacy. That’s why it’s time to reimagine a career with the council and take a fresh look at what we can offer you.
Offices: 8 Russell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2BX, GB · 4 Canning Road, Lowestoft, England NR32 9SB, GB · Western Way, Bury St. Edmunds, England IP33 3, GB
Reimagine the possibilities
Reimagine the possibilities. As one of the largest employers in Suffolk, we have a huge variety of exciting careers to offer people as keen to make a positive impact on the world around them as we are. As a modern, flexible, and effective council, we’re driven to make a difference to the environment, the communities we serve, and the careers of our people. We explore innovative ways to encourage, respect, and enable everyone to be the best they can be. By creating meaningful connections with our people and our partner organisations, we’ve built a culture of mutual collaboration, trust, and respect where everyone is supported to be their authentic selves. We aim to inspire and empower. To improve and evolve. To develop and innovate. To take pride and ownership of the world around us and ensure that we leave a positive and lasting legacy. That’s why it’s time to reimagine a career with the council and take a fresh look at what we can offer you.
Offices: 8 Russell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2BX, GB · 4 Canning Road, Lowestoft, England NR32 9SB, GB · Western Way, Bury St. Edmunds, England IP33 3, GB
