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Willingdon Community School
Vision Statement

We are Willingdon

We are a united, vibrant community which demonstrates personal excellence in all that we do. Learning at Willingdon transforms lives by igniting curiosity and expecting the very best from staff and students alike. We value opportunities, aiming for success today to prepare for challenges and opportunities tomorrow. We are respectful, honest and courteous to empower each other on our unique learning journeys. We look after ourselves and each other, and show empathy, respect and compassion to all people and our environment along the way. We encourage tolerance, resilience and reflection, which in turn allows everyone to make progress every lesson. We work together as a harmonious community to be the very best versions of ourselves.

This makes us Willingdon

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Vacancies at Willingdon

Willingdon Community School is part of East Sussex County Council, this authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau).

As part of the application process, you will be asked to declare information relating to previous employment dismissals and criminal convictions. For further details about why we ask for this and what you should or shouldn’t declare, you can visit the Disclosure and Barring Service or Ex-offenders and employment on GOV.UK.

For further information about what is required in this process please go to http://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

DBS Policy Statement


Equal opportunities

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.

Our Equality Policy 


Positive Staff Comments

“It's a great school with great staff!”

 “Willingdon is more than just a school, it is a community that work and strive for success collectively. We are all one team who want to share success with pupils and other staff members.”

“I work at Willingdon as I believe it is a great school that really cares about you as a person and the goals you wish to achieve.”

“There is a strong sense of community and pride with students and staff. Great colleagues and a sense that everyone's opinions and ideas are valued.”

“The support you receive from colleagues and the leadership team is huge.  Your talent is recognised and there is career progression if that's the path you want to take.  I wouldn't want to work anywhere else!”

“School with community at its heart”


Current Vacancies

TEACHING STAFF VACANCIES

TEACHER OF DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY
Full time / Full year / Permanent
MPS-UPS £30,000 – £46,525 per annum
Start date June or September 2024
Potential TLR for the right candidate

Required for June or September 2024, a high quality teacher of Design & Technology (with the possibility of some Art) to join highly successful departments within this high achieving school.  This is a perfect opportunity to join the Technology and Enterprise faculty, which greatly values the creative subjects such as Design and Technology, Art, within the curriculum.  There is a possibility of a TLR with this role for the right candidate.

The successful candidate will have the ability to deliver outstanding lessons to both key stages and have experience of following the GCSE 9-1 Design and Technology syllabus.  The candidate should have excellent classroom skills and be very familiar with CAD/CAM, laser cutting, 3D printing equipment and associated software, in order to support and lead the very best practice in all key stages.  It is essential that they have a broad and deep knowledge of the “making disciplines” including systems, control and a variety of material specialisms.  Ability and experience of teaching Art is desirable but certainly not essential.

The successful candidate will become part of a department that consistently achieves outstanding outcomes at GCSE. Candidates should have excellent communication skills when working with young people and possess the appropriate drive, expertise, and energy. 

Teacher of Design & Technology Information

Teacher Job Description

Closing Date: Thursday, 18 April 2024 (by noon)


HEAD OF DEPARTMENT FOR DT
Full time / Full year / Permanent
MPS-UPS £30,000 - £46,525 per annum plus TLR2A
Start Date June or September 2024
Opportunity for an R&R for the right candidate
CPD investment with possible NPQ

Required for a September start, we invite applications for a Head of Design & Technology who will also oversee the leadership of Art. The successful person will become part of a flagship department that achieves outstanding outcomes at GCSE. This is a perfect opportunity to join the Technology and Enterprise faculty, which greatly values the creative subjects such as Design and Technology, Art, within the curriculum. We currently have multiple GCSE Classes and we are keen to develop our GCSE offer within these disciplines. DT and Art are strong features throughout the three-year KS3.

We hope to find a candidate who is ambitious, enthusiastic and highly motivated who will look to sustain the high outcomes but develop curriculum offer. The successful candidate will be highly proficient in a range of DT/ Art disciplines and will look to work lead our DT and Art staff in sustaining the high profile they have across the school. Candidates should have excellent communication skills working with all ability levels. The successful applicant would be expected to teach DT to all age groups, including GCSE classes.

The successful candidate will have the ability to deliver outstanding lessons to both key stages and have experience of following the GCSE 9-1 Design and Technology syllabus. The candidate should have excellent classroom skills and be very familiar with CAD/CAM, laser cutting, 3D printing equipment and associated software, in order to support and lead the very best practice in all key stages. It is essential that they have a broad and deep knowledge of the “making disciplines” including systems, control and a variety of material specialisms. Ability and experience of leading or teaching Art is desirable but not essential.

All of our staff are lifelong learners and reflective practitioners. We pride ourselves on giving departments ample time for subject specialist CPD and to talent manage our staff for future leadership roles.

Head of Department for DT Information

Closing Date: Thursday, 18 April 2024 (by noon) 


TEACHER OF SCIENCE
Full time / Full year / Permanent
MPS-UPS £30,000 – £46,525 per annum
Part time would be considered
Start date Easter/July/September 2024
Opportunity for an R&R for the right candidate

Required for an Easter, July or September 2024, a high quality Teacher of Science to join a successful and experienced team within this high achieving school.  This high attaining department is looking for either experienced or newly qualified teachers with a passion for Science and a commitment to the success of all pupils.  The ability to teach across KS3&4 is essential.

The Science team at Willingdon currently consists of ten teachers.  They are supported by a team of Science Technicians. The Science department is a vibrant inclusive group of individuals all striving to encourage more students to study science beyond school and college. We have expanded our range of extra-curricular activities this year to include things such as STEM clubs, robotics groups, advanced science programs, trips to the national science museum, entering Olympiad competitions, but we are always looking for new and exciting ventures.

In Years 7 and 8, students follow the Collins Scheme of Work.  Students are taught biology, chemistry and physics modules, each module lasting for approximately eight lessons.  Knowledge and skills acquired by students are assessed at the end of each module.  The aim of this course is to introduce students to the ideas covered at KS4 and provide them with the essential prior knowledge required to embark on the GCSE curriculum.  In Years 9, 10 and 11 all students work towards completing biology, chemistry and physics GCSEs.  Each class currently has one teacher to deliver all of the specialisms.  The modular approach started at KS3 is continued into KS4 and modules from each specialism are taught in rotation. At the end of each module, students sit a summative assessment which generates an attainment grade for that module.

Regardless of past levels of success, the striving for excellence never stops.

Teacher of Science Information

Teacher Job Description

Closing Date: Tuesday, 16 April 2024 (by noon)


SUPPORT STAFF VACANCIES 

COVER SUPERVISOR
Single Status Grade 4/5 £23,114 - £24,293 per annum
Actual pro rata salary range is £19,970 - £20,988 per annum
Permanent /37 hours per week/39 weeks per year
(Paid for 45.05 weeks to include holiday entitlement)

We are seeking to appoint a Cover Supervisor who is self-confident with good communication and inter-personal skills. The successful person must have a professional approach, be reliable and well-organised. The job will involve classroom management and supervision of students while overseeing work set by absent teachers using the material supplied.  Hours of work are 08.15am to 16.00pm.

Cover Supervisor Information

Cover Supervisor Job Description

Closing Date:  Friday, 19 April 2024 (by noon) 

 

We advise applying promptly for this vacancy as we reserve the right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.


To Apply

Please download the relevant application form from below, completed applications can be e-mailed to recruitment@willingdonschool.org.uk or posted to:

Willingdon Community School
Broad Road
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN20 9QX

Information about the interview arrangements will be sent to the shortlisted candidates.

Note to Candidates:  If you have not heard from the school/establishment within 4 weeks of the closing date, you should normally assume that on this occasion you have not been selected for interview.

Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy 

Nurture Statement

Read our School Policies 

To apply for all vacancies, please download and complete the applicable application form from below and return via email to: recruitment@willingdonschool.org.uk

 or by post to:

Willingdon Community School
Broad Road
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN20 9QX

NB: we advise applying promptly for our vacancies as we reserve the right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.


Download our application forms 

Application Form for Teaching Staff - Download 

Application form for Support Staff - Download

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