APPOINTMENT OF TEACHER OF ENGLISH / MEDIA
ECT/MPS/UPS
From January, the Governors are looking to appoint an ambitious, hardworking and talented teacher of English / Media, to be part of a great team and deliver high-quality lessons. This role will provide a first-rate opportunity to join a strong, supportive and ambitious department making a real difference to the futures of our young people. We would welcome applications from teachers with a proven track record of success or from those starting their career and looking for outstanding support and induction into the profession. The ability to teach A Level would be preferable but not essential.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, innovative and vibrant school as it continues to push on from its successful recent history. If you want to work with wonderful students, committed staff and a forward-thinking leadership team, this is the school for you. We are always striving to improve, and we want you to be part of this journey.
• GCSE results are always well-over 80% for those achieving grade 4+, with progress scores regularly placing the school as one of the highest in West Sussex.
• We have a thriving and growing Sixth Form.
• We are a strategic lead in the Xavier Teaching School Hub and play a leading role within the Bosco Catholic Education Trust.
The school is an equal opportunity employer and supports the safeguarding and protection of children and individuals. This post is subject to a DBS Enhanced Disclosure. It is illegal to apply for a position requiring an enhanced DBS if you are on a barred list which prohibits you from working with children.
As part of our safeguarding processes for recruitment and due diligence at St Philip Howard Catholic School, we may complete an online search in addition to our standard background checks for your suitability to work within an educational setting. You will have a chance to address any issues of concern that come up during our search if called for interview.
HOW TO APPLY
Please complete the online application form in full.
Visits to meet Tim Hulse, Headteacher, and to view the school are strongly encouraged. Please contact the school to make an appointment.
- Closing date: 1pm on Wednesday, 21 October 2026
- Interviews: Friday, 23 October 2026. Please note that we may also invite promising applicants in for interview prior to the closing date where early applications are received
- Starting date: January 2027
St Philip Howard Catholic High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.