Claydon High School, Claydon, Ipswich, Suffolk IP6 0EG MPR/UPR 0.8FTE or full time Maternity/Paternity Cover Reference: 6948 Required from May 2025 “The five S’s of sports training are: stamina, speed, skill and spirit; but the greatest of these is spirit.” (Ken Doherty). If you have the spirit to inspire young people to a love of sport and a healthy lifestyle, come and join a like-minded PE team. GCSE Physical Education results have been excellent over the last few years. In 2024 65% of students achieved a Grade 4 or above, 47.5% Grade 5 or above. We are looking for a well-qualified and motivated teacher to teach Physical Education across the age and ability range and support our quest for excellence through innovative and creative teaching and learning. You will be passionate about teaching sport and games, committed to motivating students to reach their full potential, supporting an extra-curricular programme and will contribute to our whole school development and raising of standards. The 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 our trust and other 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 775 students on roll which means that there is a close working relationship with all the staff and students in the school. 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 and how to apply Further details and an application form can be downloaded from our websites at: www.claydonhigh.com or www.penroselearningtrust.uk We look forward to hearing from you. Closing date: midday, 3 March 2025. Interview date: week commencing 10 March 2025. Penrose Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide references, undergo employment checks and an enhanced disclosure via the DBS.