Copleston High School Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 5HD Salary: Grade 4, £16,174.48 per annum Hours: 25 hours per week, 40 weeks per year Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible Reference: 8662 Copleston High School is a popular 11-18 mixed comprehensive noted for its caring and disciplined atmosphere. We are looking for a Medical Needs Lead to lead and manage the school’s arrangements for supporting pupils with medical conditions in line with statutory guidance (Supporting Pupils at School with Medical Conditions, DfE). You will ensure compliance with policy, oversee Individual Healthcare Plans, maintain accurate medical data, coordinate staff training, and liaise with parents, staff, and healthcare professionals to safeguard pupils’ health and wellbeing. 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. For more information Please read the Job Description (Word). To find out more the school, please visit the school’s website. To find out more about the Oxlip Trust, please visit the trust’s website. How to apply Please complete an application by visiting Oxlip Trust’s recruitment page or please contact the HR Office by either calling 01473 277250 or emailing applications@copleston.suffolk.sch.uk. CVs are not accepted. Closing date: 1pm, 17 April 2026 Interview date: Week commencing 27 April 2026 We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date where interest and applications received are high, therefore we encourage early applications. 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’