Stradbroke is an excellent community school with a real family feel. As consistently one of the highest performing schools in the region, Stradbroke combines high academic standards with high levels of pastoral care. We provide a wide ranging co-curricular programme and proudly fulfil SET’s vision of providing a world class education locally. We aim to be a centre of excellence for learning and teaching, where all students achieve the highest standards in their education, their personal development, their behaviour and conduct. Our latest Ofsted inspection in Nov 2023, was ungraded but reported we were “likely to be outstanding” on a graded inspection.

THE ROLE

This is an exciting opportunity to join a small but exceptional department. Year on year the Science results are in the top 10% nationally for both progress and attainment. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to teach across both KS3 & 4 to all ability levels using his/her skills, experience and best endeavours and in accordance with Teachers’ Standards. He/she will abide by the Code of Conduct for Staff and Volunteers at Stradbroke High School. A contribution to the wider life of the school is an expectation of all staff, for example by supporting the extra-curricular activities within the Science Department. This role is suitable for new or experienced colleagues who wish to teach enthusiastic students, in a school that supports and appreciates its staff.

If you would like to visit the school or would like an informal discussion, please contact Karen Millar, Headteacher on 01379 384837or - k.millar@shs.set.education.

How to apply

A job description and our recruitment information sheet are available from ‘Attachments’.

For this vacancy, if you click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button, you will be redirected to our Trust website to apply via our online application form.

Closing date: 18 May 2026

Interview date: 21 May 2026

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department of Education’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education”, references will be sought on all short-listed candidates before interview.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

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