Description
* Copleston High School
* Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 5HD
* Salary: MRP/UPR
* Hours: Full time
* Contract: Permanent. Required from September 2026
* Reference: 8457
1927 students (includes 328 in the Sixth Form).
Copleston High School is a popular 11-18 mixed comprehensive noted for its caring and disciplined atmosphere. It was judged as a 'good school with outstanding features' by Ofsted in December As a school we are committed to raising standards of learning. Applicants will be impressed by the behaviour, ethos and outcomes of students across the school.
A committed and motivated Teacher of Science is required to join our successful Science department. We offer 'A' levels in Biology, Chemistry and Physics in addition to a Level 3 course in Applied Science. At KS4 we follow the AQA course. Our 2-year KS3 course is an in-house course based on the KS3 National Curriculum.
To find out more
For additional information about the trust and this school, please visit our website
For a more informal discussion about the post, please email Ellen Vaughan, Director of Science on
How to apply
To apply, please visit our website or call the HR office on
CVs are not accepted.
Applications should be emailed to
Closing date: 10 am, 6 March 2026. Interview date: week commencing 16 March 2026.
The date of closing may be earlier, if we are able to appoint a suitable candidate.
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.