Copleston High School Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 5HD Salary: £18,944 - £19,549 actual per annum Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible or for a September 2026 start Reference: 8796 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. We are seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to support students with additional needs. The work will involve supporting individual students and groups of students. You must be motivated, patient and highly organised. GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent) in both Mathematics and English is essential. Previous experience would be welcome but is not essential. You will have high standards and be committed to meeting the needs of the school and the wider community. The school has a strongly supportive ethos and is deeply committed to the professional development of staff. We offer an excellent induction programme to all colleagues who join us. To find out more Please read the Job Description (word) How to apply An application form can be downloaded from our website or by calling the HR Office on 01473 277250. Completed applications should be emailed to applications@copleston.suffolk.sch.uk CVs are not accepted. Closing date: 10 am, 15 May 2026. Interview date: week commencing 1 June 2026, exact date to be confirmed. 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. Additional Information: For additional information about the trust and this school, please visit our website 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’.