Prep Class Teacher

Suffolk County Council; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Ipswich High School is seeking an inspirational Prep Class Teacher to join our Prep School to cover maternity leave in the EYFS (Nursery/Reception). The role is full time and provides a fantastic opportunity to nurture confident, curious learners.

Closing date is 9am, 5 October 2026 with interviews on 13 October 2026. For details, contact Linda Marsh, HR Manager, at 01473 780201 or [e-mail].

Job description

• Ipswich High School
• Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 1AZ
• Salary: Competitive Salary
• Hours: Full Time
• Contract: Maternity Cover, required to start November 2026 or January 2027
• Reference: 5483

Ipswich High School are looking for an inspirational and passionate Prep Class Teacher to join our Prep School to cover Maternity Leave in our wonderful 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 passionate about leading and developing Early Years education?

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.

Closing date: 9am, 5 October 2026

Interview Date: 13 October 2026

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.

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.

If you would like to discuss the job role in further detail or to arrange a tour, please contact Linda Marsh, HR Manager at the school by calling 01473 780201 or by email [e-mail].