Job Description

Claydon High School

Address:

Claydon, Ipswich, Suffolk IP6 0EG

Salary:

MPR1 - UPR3 (potential for a TLR for Head of Year responsibility)

Hours:

Full time

Contract:

Permanent. Required from September 2026 (June start available for ECT)

Reference:

8341
"You can't stop a teacher when they want to do something. They just do it." (J. D. Salinger).

Claydon High School

is looking for a

Teacher of Mathematics

.


If you want to make a difference to the lives of young learners by inspiring them through the study of Mathematics, come and join a like-minded faculty of Mathematic specialists and enthusiasts.


It is an incredibly exciting time to join a forward-looking faculty. The school's motto is "Be the best you can be" and the mathematics faculty believe in this and promote this ethos in their practice. Over the last two years we have achieved some strong GCSE Mathematics results, and we are very proud of the progress we have made. We have a small team of experienced staff who work well together. As well as a programme of intervention and supported study, the team offers enrichment opportunities. We would like you to further enhance the enrichment opportunities offered by the faculty and to be able to demonstrate an innovative and interactive style of teaching. For experienced staff who are looking to progress their career via the pastoral route, there is also an opportunity to pick up a Head of Year role within our school.


This post would be suitable for a new entrant to the profession or a colleague seeking to broaden their experience. Claydon High School, in liaison with local providers, provide an excellent support programme for newly appointed staff. We pride ourselves on our positive hardworking ethos and collegiate atmosphere.


Claydon High School is a popular, oversubscribed and friendly comprehensive school on the outskirts of Ipswich; we are situated close to the A14 with easy transport links across Suffolk and into Essex. We are a small school with 773 students on roll which means that there is a close working relationship with all the staff and students in the school, you will find you know the name of every student in the school. The close relationship between staff and students means the school is a very friendly and supportive environment to work in. As part of the Penrose Learning Trust, we also work closely with other schools within the MAT to achieve "excellence through collaboration".

To find out more

For further details about the school, please visit

our website

How to apply

To apply, please visit

our website

We look forward to hearing from you.

Closing date:

12 pm, 4 February 2026.

Interview date:

week commencing 9 February 2026.

Claydon High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to provide references, undergo employment checks and an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.