- Ipswich High School
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Address: Woolverstone, Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 1AZ
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Salary: Competitive
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Hours: Full time
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Contract: Maternity / Paternity Cover. Required from November 2026
Reference: 0748
Ipswich High School is looking for an inspirational and motivated Prep Class Teacher to join our Prep School to cover Maternity Leave. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an enthusiastic team, who pride themselves on nurturing our children, so they thrive and flourish and are happy, confident, engaged, enquiring and resourceful.
The post offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the continuing success of the Prep School, which has an established reputation for academic excellence and benefits from outstanding sports, music, drama and dance facilities. Our Prep School is a remarkable, warm, and welcoming setting. We provide a supportive and caring environment for all pupils, set in a culture of achievement and ambition, with incredible educational and enrichment opportunities. Our location and surroundings make an unrivalled learning environment and facilitate the highest quality teaching and learning.
Are you able to demonstrate a clear passion for teaching and learning and high levels of professionalism in all that you do?
Would you be willing to contribute to the co-curricular life of this busy, exciting and successful school?
Are you a pro-active team player - positive, flexible and calm under pressure when working in a busy school environment?
Do you ensure that the needs of the children are always your main consideration?
If so, we would love to hear from you!
To find out more
For full details on the role, please see the Recruitment Pack and Job Description, which is located on the vacancies page on our website
We would also be delighted to welcome potential candidates for a tour of the school.
If you would like to discuss the job role in further detail or to arrange a tour, please contact Linda Marsh, HR Manager at the school on 01473 780201 or via email on [email protected]
How to apply
Please complete the application form via this link on our website
Please email your completed application form and enclose a cover letter supporting your application to Linda Marsh, HR Manager on [email protected]
Closing date: 9 am, 8 June 2026.
Interview date: 16 June 2026.
Please note, we may shortlist and interview candidates before the closing date if suitable applications are received. Early applications are encouraged.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to pre-employment screening, which includes an enhanced DBS, reference check and online searches prior to appointment.
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