Vacancies

Salary: Competitive renumeration, based on skills, knowledge and experience
Hours: 36 hours per week, 52 weeks per year (Mon – Thurs: 8.20 am to 4.45 pm and Fri: 8.20 am to 3.40 pm) 
Contract: Permanent

Required: As soon as possible

At the heart of a successful school is an environment where pupils feel safe, staff feel supported and everything works as it should — often without being noticed. We are now looking for an Operations Manager who understands just how vital that quiet excellence is.

This is a key leadership role for someone who takes pride in high standards, clear systems and well-run spaces, and who enjoys working as part of a close-knit school community. The Operations Manager will ensure that our site, facilities and operational services are safe, compliant, well maintained and welcoming, allowing teaching and learning to flourish.

Working closely with the Head and Senior Leadership Team, the postholder will lead health and safety, estates and facilities, site security, transport oversight and contractor management. They will bring calm authority, sound judgement and a collaborative approach, balancing day-to-day operational demands with longer-term planning and improvement.

We are looking for someone who is practical, organised, proactive and solution focused, a strong leader with excellent communication skills. Proven experience in operations, facilities or estates management is essential, ideally within education or similarly regulated setting, together with a genuine commitment to safeguarding and to being an active, engaged member of the school community.

To find out more:

Please see the Recruitment Pack which includes the Job Description to find out more about this role.  We would also be delighted to welcome potential candidates for a tour of the school with our Head, Mr Dan Browning.

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 on 01473 780201 or via email: recruitment@ipswichhighschool.co.uk

How to apply:

Please return your completed application form, enclosing a cover letter supporting your application to Linda Marsh, HR Manager at recruitment@ipswichhighschool.co.uk

Closing date: Friday, 27th February 2026 at 9am

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.

Salary: Competitive renumeration, based on skills, knowledge and experience
Hours: 36 hours per week, 40 weeks per year. Hours to be worked flexibly to include evenings, weekends and school holidays
Contract: Permanent

Required: As soon as possible

We are seeking a highly organised, professional and customer focused Events, Lettings and Weddings Coordinator to take a central role in the delivery of a diverse and high-profile programme of events within a Grade I listed building set in 80 acres of parkland on the banks of the River Orwell. This is a unique opportunity to manage a varied portfolio of internal and external events, including weddings, corporate functions and school events, while playing a key role in showcasing and maximising the use of the school’s buildings and facilities.

The role involves coordinating a wide range of events, including weddings, corporate functions, residentials and internal school events, while maximising the commercial use of the school’s buildings and outstanding sporting facilities. The postholder will oversee bookings, contracts and event delivery, working closely with internal teams and external clients to ensure all events are delivered to a consistently high standard and reflect positively on the school.

Flexibility is essential, as the role will involve evening, weekend and school holiday working to support events and lettings activity.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has excellent organisational and time management skills
• Is confident communicating with a wide range of stakeholders
• Demonstrates strong customer service skills and attention to detail
• Is able to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure
• Has experience in events coordination, lettings, hospitality or a similar customer-facing role
• Is professional, reliable and takes pride in delivering high standards

To find out more:

Please see the Recruitment Pack which includes the Job Description to find out more about this role. We would also be delighted to welcome potential candidates for a tour of the school with our Head, Mr Dan Browning.

If you would like to discuss the job role in further detail or would like to arrange a tour, please contact Linda Marsh, HR Manager at the school on 01473 780201 or via email: recruitment@ipswichhighschool.co.uk

How to apply:

Please return your completed application form, enclosing a cover letter supporting your application to Linda Marsh, HR Manager at recruitment@ipswichhighschool.co.uk

Closing date: Thursday, 12th February at 9am

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.

No of Positions available: 2
Hours:
Job 1) 15 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Job 2) 20 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Salary: From £9,549 to £12,732 per annum
Contract: Permanent

Required: As soon as possible

We are seeking to appoint new staff to join our dedicated and hardworking cleaning team.

As part of our cleaning team, you will maintain the tidiness and cleanliness of our school and boarding house. Previous cleaning experience would be an advantage however not essential, as training will be provided to successful candidates. You should have good organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, be a team player and have the ability to work with limited supervision.

Duties will include vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting, emptying bins, toilet cleaning and other tasks as required. Use of machinery may be required to complete some tasks for example, floor cleaning machinery.

We offer a generous staff benefits package.

To find out more:

Please see the Recruitment Pack and Job Description to find out more about this role. If you would like to discuss the job role in further detail, please contact Linda Marsh, HR Manager or Brendan Brilley, Assistant Head Caretaker at the school on 01473 780201 or via email: recruitment@ipswichhighschool.co.uk or b.brilley@ipswichhighschool.co.uk

How to apply:

Please return your completed application form, enclosing a cover letter supporting your application to Linda Marsh, HR Manager at recruitment@ipswichhighschool.co.uk

Closing date: 9.00 am on Friday, 13th February 2026

Interviews: Please note, we may shortlist and interview candidates before the closing date if suitable applications are received. Early applications are encouraged.

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.

Salary: £15.00 per hour
Hours: Flexible; as and when required during the school day
The School Day: Monday to Thursday: 8.15 am to 4.30 pm and Friday: 8.15 am to 3.30 pm

We are recruiting a Cover Supervisor to provide high quality support for teaching and learning across our lovely school. The post offers an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to contribute to the continuing success of the School, which has an established reputation for academic excellence and benefits from outstanding sports, music, drama, and dance facilities.

We provide a warm, welcoming, 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 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!

The cover needs could be pre-planned so notice can be given in advance, or emergency cover that will mean attending on the day.

To find out more:

Please see the Recruitment Pack and Job Description to find out more about this role. If you would like to discuss the job role in further detail, please contact Linda Marsh, HR Manager at the school on 01473 780201 or via email: recruitment@ipswichhighschool.co.uk

How to apply:

Please return your completed application form, enclosing a cover letter supporting your application to Linda Marsh, HR Manager at recruitment@ipswichhighschool.co.uk

Closing date: 9.00 am on Friday, 13th February 2026

Interviews: Please note, we may short-list and interview candidates as suitable applications are received. Early applications are encouraged.

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.

Lunchtime Supervisor

 Hours: 10 hours per week, 11.30 am to 1.30 pm.  33.2 weeks per year, term time only

Salary: £4,745 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Required: As soon as possible

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and flexible Lunchtime Supervisor to join our wonderful team supporting the pupils during their lunch time. Duties will include support in the dining hall and supervision on the playground. An ability to engage and encourage pupils within playground games, with a flexible approach and sense of humour is vital.

You will have a calm and positive manner and will assist in promoting positive behaviour.

We offer a generous staff benefits package.

To find out more:

Please see the Recruitment Pack and Job Description to find out more about this role. If you would like to discuss the job role in further detail, please contact Linda Marsh, HR Manager at the school on 01473 780201 or via email: recruitment@ipswichhighschool.co.uk

How to apply:

Please return your completed application form, enclosing a cover letter supporting your application to Linda Marsh, HR Manager at recruitment@ipswichhighschool.co.uk

Closing date: 9 am on Friday, 13th February 2026

 Interviews: Please note, we may shortlist and interview candidates before the closing date if suitable applications are received. Early applications are encouraged.

 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.