Prep Class Teacher - Year 1 or EYFS (Nursery and Reception) at Ipswich High School

We are looking for an inspirational and dynamic teacher to join  our Prep School to cover Maternity Leave in our wonderful Year 1 or EYFS (Nursery/Reception) class.  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:

Please see the Recruitment Pack and Job Description to find out more about this role.  If you would like to discuss the job role in further detail or would like a tour of the school, please contact Linda Marsh, HR Manager at the school on 01473 780201 or via email: recruitment@ipswichhighschool.co.uk  

How to apply:

Please click on the 'Apply Now' button.

Please note: only applications submitted via the schools' on-line recruitment process will be considered.

Closing date:  Monday, 24th August 2026 at 9 am

Applications will be considered on receipt and we reserve the right to shortlist, interview and appoint before the closing date.  Therefore, early applications are encouraged.  Applicants will be kept informed if an appointment is made.

Interviews: Week commencing 7th September 2026

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.