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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

No current vacancies


SUPPORT STAFF VACANCIES 

Pastoral Support Leader
Single Status Grade 5 £23,893 - £24,293 per annum
Full time or Part time considered/Term Time only
Permanent/Full time hours 39 hours per week, pro rata for part time hours/40 weeks per year
Actual pro-rata salary for full time working hours of 39 hours is £22,314 - £22,688 per annum, pro rata for part time hours
(Paid for 46.2 weeks per year to include 6.2 weeks holiday entitlement)

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated individual to play a key role in supporting our Head of Year and Senior Deputy Headteacher (Behaviour) for a nominated year group, in relation to student progress, welfare and behaviour.  To liaise with both students and parent/carers where appropriate.

The successful candidate will need to have excellent people skills and be able to empathise and build rapport with young people whilst maintaining an authoritative approach.  The role also requires someone with administrative experience and familiarity with a range of computer applications, although training will be provided.

Pastoral Support Leader Information

Pastoral Support Leader Job Description

Closing Date:  Wednesday, 3rd July 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

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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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