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The Active Learning Trust Limited

About The Active Learning Trust Limited

Welcome to The Active Learning Trust

We are a family of primary, secondary and special schools based across Suffolk and Cambridgeshire. Here at The Active Learning Trust we are hugely proud of our dedicated team of teaching and support staff, who are committed to improving outcomes for our children and young people.

We are also proud of our record of retaining and developing our staff. All of our schools have a focus on professional development and offer clear pathways to leadership for those who wish to pursue them. Our staff also benefit from being part of our network of diverse schools and we regularly bring together colleagues from different schools to share best practice and celebrate achievements.

On this page you can view all our current vacancies, or add your details to our talent pool to let us know you are interested in working with us.

Looking for Teacher Training? You can train to teach with Active Teacher Training, in partnership with Ambition Institute. Applications for September 2025 are now open!! Apply Now

We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Best wishes

Lynsey Holzer
Chief Executive Officer 

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 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.

The Active Learning Trust Limited Vacancies

Teaching Assistant
Internal Applicants ONLY

Teaching Assistant
Internal Applicants ONLY

Grove Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

Grove Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

We have an opportunity for you to be part of an amazing team and school, working within our Teaching Assistant Team. If you are passionate about working with children and want to make a real differe...

  Fixed Term | Part-Time
  £24,598.00 - £25,183.00 Annually (FTE)
      ALT D Points 8-11 - £17,371.88-£17,785.03
New SHARE

Teaching Assistant
Internal Applicants ONLY

Teaching Assistant
Internal Applicants ONLY

Westwood Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

Westwood Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

We have an opportunity for you to be part of an amazing team and school, working within our Teaching Assistant Team. If you are passionate about working with children and want to make a real differe...

  Fixed Term | Part-Time
  £24,598.00 - £25,183.00 Annually (FTE)
      ALT D Points 8-11 - £17,371.88-£17,785.03
New SHARE

Teaching Assistant
Internal Applicants ONLY

Teaching Assistant
Internal Applicants ONLY

Westwood Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

Westwood Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

We have an opportunity for you to be part of an amazing team and school, working within our Teaching Assistant Team. If you are passionate about working with children and want to make a real differe...

  Fixed Term | Part-Time
  £24,598.00 - £25,183.00 Annually (FTE)
      ALT D Points 8-11 - £17,371.88-£17,785.03
New SHARE

Class Teacher

Class Teacher

Sidegate Primary School, Ipswich, Suffolk

Sidegate Primary School, Ipswich, Suffolk

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Class Teacher to join our vibrant and supportive team at Sidegate Primary School. This position is available at 50%–100% FTE, offering flexibility across th...

  Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
  £31,650.00 - £43,607.00 Annually (FTE)
      MPR, Actual Salary dependent on part time hours
New SHARE

Family Liaison Officer

Family Liaison Officer

Chesterton Primary School, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Chesterton Primary School, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Supporting Children and Families – Join Us as a Family Liaison Officer! Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and their families? We are seeking a dedicated Family L...

  Maternity Cover | Part-Time/Full-Time
  £30,060.00 - £33,366.00 Annually (FTE)
      ALT Grade G, Points 20-24
New SHARE

Exam Invigilator

Exam Invigilator

Chantry Academy, Ipswich, Suffolk

Chantry Academy, Ipswich, Suffolk

Are you looking for a flexible, rewarding role where you can support students during their exams? We are seeking reliable and vigilant Exam Invigilators to join our team on a casual basis. As an Exam ...

  Casual Contract | Not Applicable
  £14.06 Hourly
      £14.06 per hour - Includes holiday pay
New SHARE

Caretaker

Caretaker

Pakefield Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

Pakefield Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

Are you a reliable and proactive individual with a hands-on approach? Do you take pride in keeping a school environment safe, clean, and well-maintained? If so, we’d love to hear from you! We are s...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £24,598.00 - £25,183.00 Annually (Actual)
      ALT Grade D Point 8-11
New SHARE

SEU Teacher

SEU Teacher

Sidegate Primary School, Ipswich, Suffolk

Sidegate Primary School, Ipswich, Suffolk

Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher with a strong commitment to supporting children with special educational needs? Do you thrive in a nurturing and inclusive environment where you can make a r...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £31,650.00 - £43,607.00 Annually (Actual)
      MPS - Plus a SEN allowance of £5,285.00 per annum
New SHARE

Early Years Class Teacher

Early Years Class Teacher

Grove Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

Grove Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Early Years Class Teacher to join our team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in the early stages of children’s education.

  Fixed Term | Full-Time
  £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
      MPS - (£31,650-£43,607) UPS - (£45,646-£49,084)
New SHARE

Class Teacher

Class Teacher

Pakefield Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

Pakefield Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real difference? Would you relish the opportunity to thrive in a forward-thinking school, where teachers are e...

  Fixed Term | Full-Time
  £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
      MPS/UPS
New SHARE

Class Teacher

Class Teacher

Chesterton Primary School, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Chesterton Primary School, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding, enthusiastic, and inspiring teacher to join our team at Chesterton Primary School. The successful candidate will be creative, imaginative, and have ...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £31,650.00 - £43,607.00 Annually (FTE)
      MPR
New SHARE

Youth Worker

Youth Worker

Chantry Academy, Ipswich, Suffolk

Chantry Academy, Ipswich, Suffolk

Join us in creating opportunities that help young people thrive! We’re looking for an enthusiastic Youth Worker to support and empower young people aged 10-16. This role focuses on social education,...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £30,060.00 - £33,366.00 Annually (FTE)
      ALT Grade G points 20-24 - £24,372.97-£27,053.51– Annually Actual
New SHARE

Teacher Training Opportunity (Primary) - Cambridgeshire and Suffolk options available

Teacher Training Opportunity (Primary) - Cambridgeshire and Suffolk options available

Active Learning Trust - Active Teacher Training, Cambridgeshire,

Active Learning Trust - Active Teacher Training, Cambridgeshire,

Train to teach with us!

  Not Applicable | Full-Time
  This role is unsalaried
New SHARE

Teacher Training Opportunity (Secondary)

Teacher Training Opportunity (Secondary)

Active Learning Trust - Active Teacher Training, Cambridgeshire,

Active Learning Trust - Active Teacher Training, Cambridgeshire,

Train to teach with us!

  Not Applicable | Full-Time
  This role is unsalaried. Tax free bursaries of up to £29,000 available (depending on subject)
New SHARE

Science Teacher

Science Teacher

Chantry Academy, Ipswich, Suffolk

Chantry Academy, Ipswich, Suffolk

Are you passionate about Science and committed to delivering excellent teaching, while having a positive impact on students' lives? Do you share our vision and five core beliefs? If so, we would love ...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £31,650.00 - £43,607.00 Annually (Actual)
      Main Pay Scale
New SHARE

Caretaker

Caretaker

Earith Primary School, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

Earith Primary School, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable full-time Caretaker to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment for pupils, staff, and visitors ...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £24,598.00 - £25,183.00 Annually (FTE)
      Grade D + an option to live in the Caretaker house on site with reduced rent.
New SHARE
Join Our Talent Pool

Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.

Policies & Documents

  1. Probation Procedure
  2. Recruitment And Selection Policy And Procedure
  3. Recruitment Of Ex-Offenders Statement
  4. Privacy Notice For Job Applicants
  5. Trust Safeguarding Policy

Part of The Active Learning Trust Limited

The Active Learning Trust Limited Vacancies

Teaching Assistant
Internal Applicants ONLY

Teaching Assistant
Internal Applicants ONLY

Grove Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

Grove Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

We have an opportunity for you to be part of an amazing team and school, working within our Teaching Assistant Team. If you are passionate about working with children and want to make a real differe...

  Fixed Term | Part-Time
  £24,598.00 - £25,183.00 Annually (FTE)
      ALT D Points 8-11 - £17,371.88-£17,785.03
New SHARE

Teaching Assistant
Internal Applicants ONLY

Teaching Assistant
Internal Applicants ONLY

Westwood Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

Westwood Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

We have an opportunity for you to be part of an amazing team and school, working within our Teaching Assistant Team. If you are passionate about working with children and want to make a real differe...

  Fixed Term | Part-Time
  £24,598.00 - £25,183.00 Annually (FTE)
      ALT D Points 8-11 - £17,371.88-£17,785.03
New SHARE

Teaching Assistant
Internal Applicants ONLY

Teaching Assistant
Internal Applicants ONLY

Westwood Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

Westwood Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

We have an opportunity for you to be part of an amazing team and school, working within our Teaching Assistant Team. If you are passionate about working with children and want to make a real differe...

  Fixed Term | Part-Time
  £24,598.00 - £25,183.00 Annually (FTE)
      ALT D Points 8-11 - £17,371.88-£17,785.03
New SHARE

Class Teacher

Class Teacher

Sidegate Primary School, Ipswich, Suffolk

Sidegate Primary School, Ipswich, Suffolk

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Class Teacher to join our vibrant and supportive team at Sidegate Primary School. This position is available at 50%–100% FTE, offering flexibility across th...

  Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
  £31,650.00 - £43,607.00 Annually (FTE)
      MPR, Actual Salary dependent on part time hours
New SHARE

Family Liaison Officer

Family Liaison Officer

Chesterton Primary School, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Chesterton Primary School, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Supporting Children and Families – Join Us as a Family Liaison Officer! Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and their families? We are seeking a dedicated Family L...

  Maternity Cover | Part-Time/Full-Time
  £30,060.00 - £33,366.00 Annually (FTE)
      ALT Grade G, Points 20-24
New SHARE

Exam Invigilator

Exam Invigilator

Chantry Academy, Ipswich, Suffolk

Chantry Academy, Ipswich, Suffolk

Are you looking for a flexible, rewarding role where you can support students during their exams? We are seeking reliable and vigilant Exam Invigilators to join our team on a casual basis. As an Exam ...

  Casual Contract | Not Applicable
  £14.06 Hourly
      £14.06 per hour - Includes holiday pay
New SHARE

Caretaker

Caretaker

Pakefield Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

Pakefield Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

Are you a reliable and proactive individual with a hands-on approach? Do you take pride in keeping a school environment safe, clean, and well-maintained? If so, we’d love to hear from you! We are s...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £24,598.00 - £25,183.00 Annually (Actual)
      ALT Grade D Point 8-11
New SHARE

SEU Teacher

SEU Teacher

Sidegate Primary School, Ipswich, Suffolk

Sidegate Primary School, Ipswich, Suffolk

Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher with a strong commitment to supporting children with special educational needs? Do you thrive in a nurturing and inclusive environment where you can make a r...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £31,650.00 - £43,607.00 Annually (Actual)
      MPS - Plus a SEN allowance of £5,285.00 per annum
New SHARE

Early Years Class Teacher

Early Years Class Teacher

Grove Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

Grove Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Early Years Class Teacher to join our team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in the early stages of children’s education.

  Fixed Term | Full-Time
  £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
      MPS - (£31,650-£43,607) UPS - (£45,646-£49,084)
New SHARE

Class Teacher

Class Teacher

Pakefield Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

Pakefield Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk

Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real difference? Would you relish the opportunity to thrive in a forward-thinking school, where teachers are e...

  Fixed Term | Full-Time
  £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
      MPS/UPS
New SHARE

Class Teacher

Class Teacher

Chesterton Primary School, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Chesterton Primary School, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding, enthusiastic, and inspiring teacher to join our team at Chesterton Primary School. The successful candidate will be creative, imaginative, and have ...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £31,650.00 - £43,607.00 Annually (FTE)
      MPR
New SHARE

Youth Worker

Youth Worker

Chantry Academy, Ipswich, Suffolk

Chantry Academy, Ipswich, Suffolk

Join us in creating opportunities that help young people thrive! We’re looking for an enthusiastic Youth Worker to support and empower young people aged 10-16. This role focuses on social education,...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £30,060.00 - £33,366.00 Annually (FTE)
      ALT Grade G points 20-24 - £24,372.97-£27,053.51– Annually Actual
New SHARE

Teacher Training Opportunity (Primary) - Cambridgeshire and Suffolk options available

Teacher Training Opportunity (Primary) - Cambridgeshire and Suffolk options available

Active Learning Trust - Active Teacher Training, Cambridgeshire,

Active Learning Trust - Active Teacher Training, Cambridgeshire,

Train to teach with us!

  Not Applicable | Full-Time
  This role is unsalaried
New SHARE

Teacher Training Opportunity (Secondary)

Teacher Training Opportunity (Secondary)

Active Learning Trust - Active Teacher Training, Cambridgeshire,

Active Learning Trust - Active Teacher Training, Cambridgeshire,

Train to teach with us!

  Not Applicable | Full-Time
  This role is unsalaried. Tax free bursaries of up to £29,000 available (depending on subject)
New SHARE

Science Teacher

Science Teacher

Chantry Academy, Ipswich, Suffolk

Chantry Academy, Ipswich, Suffolk

Are you passionate about Science and committed to delivering excellent teaching, while having a positive impact on students' lives? Do you share our vision and five core beliefs? If so, we would love ...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £31,650.00 - £43,607.00 Annually (Actual)
      Main Pay Scale
New SHARE

Caretaker

Caretaker

Earith Primary School, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

Earith Primary School, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable full-time Caretaker to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment for pupils, staff, and visitors ...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £24,598.00 - £25,183.00 Annually (FTE)
      Grade D + an option to live in the Caretaker house on site with reduced rent.
New SHARE
Join Our Talent Pool

Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.

Part of The Active Learning Trust Limited

Are you looking for a different role at The Active Learning Trust Limited? Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.

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