Staff Vacancies

     PRIORY SCHOOL, LEWES, EAST SUSSEX 

Computing, Subject Leader 

To start September 2025 

Priory School, Lewes is an 11-16 mixed comprehensive school. We are proud of the highly successful rounded education we provide. At Priory, we have a long-standing history of academic excellence within a culture of strong pastoral care. 

Priory is a school where students are expected to work hard and as a result make excellent progress. We believe in balancing the pursuit of academic excellence with the wellbeing of our community. Our broad and balanced curriculum reflects the community we serve. Priory School is well regarded and is consistently oversubscribed. 

Our aim is for Priory to be the leading inclusive and creative state secondary school in the region, a school in which all students acquire powerful knowledge, feel a strong sense of social connection and belonging, and become ethically-aware citizens who are ready to confidently take their place in the world. Our school also aims to reflect the uniqueness of Lewes, historically and socially. 

The Governors wish to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced Subject Leader for Computing on a permanent basis. Applications for both full-time or part-time working will be considered.   

Key Responsibilities:  

• Lead and manage the Computing department, including curriculum planning and assessment. 

• Develop and implement innovative teaching strategies to engage and inspire students. 

• Monitor and evaluate student progress, providing targeted support where necessary. 

• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes equality and diversity. 

• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the overall educational experience for students. 

• Organise and lead extra-curricular activities related to Computing. 

• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in Computing education and integrate them into the curriculum. 

Qualifications and Experience: 

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in Computer Science or a related field. 

• Proven experience in teaching Computing and GCSE Computer Science at secondary level. 

• Ability to program in a high-level language, ideally Python 

• Strong leadership and management skills. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

• A commitment to continuous professional development and a passion for education. 

What We Offer: 

• A supportive and collaborative working environment. 

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression. 

• Access to modern teaching facilities and resources. 

• A commitment to staff well-being and work-life balance. 

The salary is Qualified Teachers pay scale (MPS / UPS) £31,650 to £49,084 plus £3,391 (TLR2a).   

If you would like a school tour please email personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk to arrange. 

Closing date for receipt of applications: Tuesday, 4^th March 2025 at 9.00 a.m.

Interview date: Tuesday 11th March 2025 

 
Full details of the post and an application form can be downloaded directly from our school website at www.priory.e-sussex.sch.uk  Please return application forms to the Personnel Officer at Priory School, Mountfield Road, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2XN or email  
personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk  
 
Please note that if you have not received a response within 3 weeks of submitting your application then we regret that your application has not been successful.   
 
East Sussex County Council is committed to equality of opportunity. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. 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. Successful applicants will need to undertake, or currently hold, a DBS enhanced clearance for this authority. 

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PRIORY SCHOOL, LEWES, EAST SUSSEX

MIXED 11-16 COMPREHENSIVE

Teacher of Design Technology and Food Preparation and Nutrition

Teachers Main/Upper Pay Scale
Required from September 2025 (fixed term until 31.08.26)

Priory School has a long-standing history of academic excellence within a culture of strong pastoral care. We are proud of the highly successful rounded education we provide. Priory is a school where students are expected to work hard and as a result make excellent progress. Priory School is well regarded and is consistently oversubscribed.

The Governors wish to appoint a well-qualified, talented, committed and inspiring Teacher of Technology, full-time FTE from September 2025.

Design Technology and Food Preparation and Nutrition sit within the Technology faculty and benefit from a whole school ethos where the creative subjects are highly valued. This translates into a generous allocation of curriculum time. Design Technology and Food Preparation and Nutrition are both very popular subjects at KS4. We are fortunate to have a range of up-to-date resources and facilities to support the delivery of the subject including 3D printers, 2D design software, and a laser cutter. Our teaching kitchens were renovated in 2017. We have two full time technicians to support the delivery of both these subject areas.

Our KS4 offer includes, GCSE Design Technology, GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition and GCSE Art Textiles, and BTEC Home Cooking Skills. Our exam results are consistently good, and we aspire to increase the range of courses that we offer at KS4. We are proud of the success that our SEND students experience in our subject area. Inclusive teaching is a strong feature of our department. The school is proud of its outstanding CPD program, and you will be encouraged to develop your career both within the subject area, and within the wider school community.

The successful applicant will: 

• have a commitment to high expectations, with the ability to inspire and challenge students
• develop targeted learning resources to support the diverse make-up of the student body
• have an excellent knowledge of, and ability to apply current Health and Safety good practice in technology teaching
• have a proven track record of impacting upon students' learning
• have the ability to teach Design Technology at KS3 and KS4. Food Preparation and Nutrition at KS3
• have ability to use a range of CAD software
• have a clear understanding of current and future curriculum developments
• have excellent interpersonal skills. 
• hold the attributes to be a strong form tutor
• hold Qualified Teacher Status.

The salary grade is Teachers Main/Upper Pay Scale £31,650 to £49,084.  Applications from experienced and early career teachers are encouraged. 

Full details of the post and an application form can be downloaded directly from our school website at www.priory.e-sussex.sch.uk under menu, Join Us, Staff Vacancies.  For any queries please contact the Personnel Officer, Priory School, Mountfield Road, Lewes, East Sussex BN7 2XN. Telephone: 01273 476231 extension 211 or e-mail: personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk 

Please return application forms by email to personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk or post to Priory School, Mountfield Road, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2XN.   We are unable to accept CVs.

Closing date for receipt of application forms is:  Monday 3rd March 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
 
Interviews to be held in the week commencing Monday 10th March 2025

Please note that if you have not received a response within 3 weeks of the closing date then we regret that your application has not been successful.

East Sussex County Council is committed to equality of opportunity. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. 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. Successful applicants will need to undertake, or currently hold, a DBS enhanced clearance for this authority.

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PRIORY SCHOOL, LEWES, EAST SUSSEX
MIXED 11-16 COMPREHENSIVE
Student Welfare and Attendance Assistant

Priory School has a long-standing history of academic excellence within a culture of strong pastoral care. We are proud of the highly successful rounded education we provide. Priory is a school where students are expected to work hard and as a result make excellent progress. Priory School is well regarded and is consistently oversubscribed.

The Governors wish to appoint a Student Welfare and Attendance Assistant.   The successful applicant will be responsible for administering First Aid support as appropriate to the pupils of the school and where necessary the staff, as well as to support, monitor and improve pupil attendance and wellbeing.

It is desirable that applicants hold a Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work or equivalent and training will be provided to applicants who do not hold this qualification.  You will work closely with the House Heads and will be based in the school’s Pastoral Office alongside the Attendance Officer.

The hours of work are 37 hours a week Monday to Thursday 8.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. and 3.30 pm. on Fridays (term time plus inset days).  If you would prefer to work less than 37 hours a week, please indicate on your application form your preferred hours and days of work. 

The actual salary is £21,623 to £21,965 a year for 37 hours a week term time (plus inset days) Monday to Friday (40 working weeks, 46.20 paid weeks a year).  The salary is based on Single Status, Grade 4, spinal points 9 to 10, £24,404 to £24,790.  

Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 24th February at 9.00 a.m.
Interviews to be held w/b 24th February.

Full details of the post and an application form can be downloaded directly from our school website under ‘vacancies’ at www.priory.e-sussex.sch.uk.   They are also available from Personnel at Priory School, Mountfield Road, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2XN. Telephone: 01273 476231 extension 211 or email: personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk  

Application forms to be returned to the Personnel Officer at the above address or emailed to personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk.  Please note that if you have not received a response within 3 weeks of the closing date then we regret that your application has not been successful.  

East Sussex County Council is committed to equality of opportunity. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. 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. Successful applicants will need to undertake, or currently hold, a DBS enhanced clearance for this authority.

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PRIORY SCHOOL, LEWES, EAST SUSSEX
MIXED 11-16 COMPREHENSIVE
TEACHING ASSISTANT
(fixed term until July 2026)

Priory School has a long-standing history of academic excellence within a culture of strong pastoral care. We are proud of the highly successful rounded education we provide. Priory is a school where students are expected to work hard and as a result make excellent progress. Priory School is well regarded and is consistently oversubscribed.

The Governors wish to appoint a Teaching Assistant, fixed term until July 2026 to work in the main school site experienced in working with students with Special Educational Needs.  The post involves providing dedicated support to individuals and groups of students.  An ideal candidate would have some experience of working with students with Dyslexia and/or Speech and Language difficulties.  An interest in supporting students with Maths would be an advantage but not essential.

The hours of work are 30 hours a week Monday to Friday 8.30 a.m. to 3.15 p.m. (term time plus inset days).  If you would prefer to work less than 30 hours a week, please indicate on your application form your preferred hours and days of work. 

The actual salary is £17,094 to £17,364 a year for 30 hours a week term time (plus inset days) Monday to Friday (39 working weeks, 45.05 paid weeks a year).  The salary is based on Single Status, Grade 4, spinal points 9 to 10, £24,404 to £24,790.  If you would prefer to work less than 30 hours a week, please include this in your application. 

Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, 24th February 2025 at 9.00 a.m.
Interviews to be held on Wednesday, 5th March 2025

We encourage early applicants, and we reserve the right to interview before the closing date.

Full details of the post and an application form can be downloaded directly from our school website under ‘vacancies’ at www.priory.e-sussex.sch.uk.   They are also available from Personnel at Priory School, Mountfield Road, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2XN. Telephone: 01273 476231 extension 211 or email: personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk  

Application forms to be returned to the Personnel Officer at the above address or emailed to personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk.  Please note that if you have not received a response within 3 weeks of the closing date then we regret that your application has not been successful.  

East Sussex County Council is committed to equality of opportunity. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. 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. Successful applicants will need to undertake, or currently hold, a DBS enhanced clearance for this authority.

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PRIORY SCHOOL, LEWES, EAST SUSSEX 

MIXED 11-16 COMPREHENSIVE 

Cover Supervisor 

Priory is a very successful school with an excellent reputation. The school is consistently oversubscribed yet has a genuinely comprehensive intake.  The Governors of this successful school seek to appoint: 

A dedicated and flexible person to undertake the role of Cover Supervisor, who in the absence of a class teacher, will supervise students in the school or department under the supervisory arrangements established by the school.  An interest in education and the ability to deliver ideas and concepts to an audience of young people would be desirable. 

This is an ideal opportunity if you are looking to become a teacher in the future and want experience of a secondary education setting or are passionate about working in schools. 

The actual salary is £17,094 to £17,920 a year for 30 hours a week, Monday to Friday and the position is term time only plus inset days (45.05 paid weeks a year).  The salary is based on grade Single Status grade 4/5 scale points 9-13, £24,404-£25,583.   

If you would prefer to work less than 30 hours a week, please indicate on your application form your preferred hours and days of work.  

Full details of the post and an application form can be downloaded directly from our school website at www.priory.e-sussex.sch.uk under Menu, Join Us, Staff Vacancies.  They are also available from Personnel at Priory School, Mountfield Road, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2XN. email: personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk  

Please return application forms by email to personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk  We are unable to accept CVs. 

Closing date for completed applications: 27th February 2025  

Please note that if you have not received a response within 3 weeks of the closing date then we regret that your application has not been successful.   

East Sussex County Council is committed to equality of opportunity. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. 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. Successful applicants will need to undertake, or currently hold, a DBS enhanced clearance for this authority.

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PRIORY SCHOOL, LEWES, EAST SUSSEX 

MIXED 11-16 COMPREHENSIVE 

Principal Lunchtime Supervisors (term-time) 

Permanent or Casual 

Priory School has a long-standing history of academic excellence within a culture of strong pastoral care. We are proud of the highly successful rounded education we provide. Priory is a school where students are expected to work hard and as a result make excellent progress. Priory School is well regarded and is consistently oversubscribed. 

The Governors wish to appoint Principal Lunchtime Supervisors who will be employed on a permanent or casual basis to supervise students during lunchtimes.  The lunchtime period is Monday to Friday (term-time) from 1.15 p.m. until 2.00 p.m. and the rate of pay is £12.45 per lunchtime session (Single Status Grade 3, point 7).  Please indicate on your application form which day(s) you would like to work. 

Full details of the post and an application form can be downloaded directly from our school website at www.priory.e-sussex.sch.uk under ‘vacancies’.  They are also available from Personnel at Priory School, Mountfield Road, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2XN. Telephone: 01273 476231 extension 211 or email: personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk  

Please return application forms to the Personnel Officer at the above address or email to personnel@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk  Please note that if you have not received a response within 3 weeks of the closing date then we regret that your application has not been successful. 

Closing date for receipt of applications is:  27^th February 2025

Please note that if you have not received a response within 3 weeks of submitting your application then we regret that your application has not been successful. 

East Sussex County Council is committed to equality of opportunity. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. 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. Successful applicants will need to undertake, or currently hold, a DBS enhanced clearance for this authority. 

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