Teacher of English

2 weeks ago

Ipswich IP EG, United Kingdom CLAYDON HIGH SCHOOL Full time £30,000 - £60,000 per year
  • Claydon High School
  • Address: Church Lane, Claydon, Ipswich IP6 0EG
  • Salary: MPR / UPR
  • Hours: Full time (happy to consider part time)
  • Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible or January 2026
  • Reference: 7968

'Be the best you can be'

"The more that you read, the more things you will know.

The more that you learn, the more places you'll go." (Dr Seuss)

If you want to make a difference to the lives of young learners by inspiring them through the study of literature and developing their communication skills to become confident citizens of the future, come and join a like-minded faculty of English specialists and enthusiasts.

GCSE English results have been excellent over the last three years. Claydon High School are looking for a well-qualified and inspirational Teacher of English to join the team and teach the subject across the age and ability range.

You will be passionate about their subject, committed to motivating students to reach their full potential and offer enrichment beyond the classroom. Claydon High School provides an excellent support programme for newly appointed staff. There may also be the possibility for additional opportunities including Head of Year and/or setting up Media Studies.

Claydon High School is a popular, oversubscribed and friendly comprehensive school on the outskirts of Ipswich; we are situated close to the A14 with easy transport links across Suffolk and into Essex. We are a small school with 773 students on roll which means that there is a close working relationship with all the staff and students in the school. As part of the Penrose Learning Trust we also work closely with other schools within the MAT to achieve "excellence through collaboration".

How to apply

Further details and an application form can be downloaded from our websites,

We look forward to hearing from you.

Closing date: 12pm, 21 October 2025.

Interview date: 23 October 2025.

Penrose Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide references, undergo employment checks and an enhanced disclosure via the DBS.

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