Mathematics Teacher

• Copleston High School
• Address: Copleston Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 5HD
• Salary: MPR - UPR (Mid Pay Range - Upper Pay Range), £34,069 - £52,835 per annum (pro rata), Teachers Pay Scales (England)
• Hours: Part time, 0.7 FTE (Full Time Equivalent)
• Contract: Fixed Term Contract from February 2027 to cover Maternity Leave, required as soon as possible
• Reference: 5675

Copleston High School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented Teacher of Mathematics to join our successful and supportive department.

As the successful candidate, you will teach Mathematics across KS3 (Key Stages 3) and KS4 (Key Stage 4), with the opportunity to contribute to our thriving sixth form provision.

Mathematics is a popular and successful subject at Copleston. We offer Edexcel Mathematics at GCSE and A Level, so the ability to teach A Level Mathematics would be advantageous.

The department is committed to delivering engaging lessons that inspire a love of mathematics and enable every student to achieve their potential.

We welcome applications from:

• Experienced teachers seeking a fresh challenge or a return to the profession.
• Early Career Teachers looking to develop their skills within a supportive and ambitious department.
• Passionate practitioners who are committed to high standards and ensuring the success of all students.

Visitors to the school are consistently impressed by the positive attitudes, exemplary behaviour, and achievements of our students, as well as the supportive and professional culture enjoyed by staff. We are committed to delivering exceptional teaching and learning and fostering a culture where both students and colleagues thrive.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a school where staff are valued, professional development is encouraged, and students are eager to learn.

What we offer you

As an employee of Oxlip Learning Partnership (the Trust), you are automatically enrolled into membership of either the Teachers' Pension Scheme or for support staff, the Local Government Pension Scheme, competitive salary, free parking on school grounds, flexible working opportunities, an Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential wellbeing support and extensive training and development opportunities to help you grow your career. Above all, you'll join a welcoming and supportive team of colleagues who are passionate about delivering the best outcomes for our students.

For more information

Please read the Job Description (pdf).

For an informal discussion please contact Dan Lynch, Director of Maths, by emailing dlynch@copleston.suffolk.sch.uk

If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process, please let us know so that the appropriate arrangements can be put in place.

For additional information about the the trust and this school, please visit our school website.

How to apply

To apply, please submit your completed Application Form (Word) by email to recruitment@copleston.suffolk.sch.uk

Closing date: 1.00 pm, 4 November 2026.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and / or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications

Please note CVs are not accepted.

We value our staff and actively maintain a culture in which respect, empathy and honesty are the cornerstone of positive relationships throughout the trust.

The Oxlip Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools. Child protection training will also need to be undertaken.

Oxlip Learning Partnership promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in its workforce and encourages applications from all sections of society. We are always keen to hear from talented professionals, at all stages of their career, who believe they can support us in achieving our vision.

‘The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment’.