With an exceptional reputation both locally and nationally, Reigate College focuses on excellent teaching, learning and support to make it one of the best sixth form colleges in the country. The College is a great place to work and study, with an active, inclusive, and supportive community ethos at the heart of everything it does.
The Post
The College is seeking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated Head of Department to lead and manage the highly successful Art, Design and Photography Department. The post is available from 1 September 2025 on a permanent, full or part-time basis (80.95% to 100%).
Our ideal person will be able to demonstrate a track record of success in delivering the highest standards and achieving outstanding results. All new members of staff receive mentors to help them settle into the College. This post provides an exciting opportunity for those wishing to specialise in sixth form education. Candidates who have little or no experience teaching in post-16 are still encouraged to apply, as the Department can support those wishing to make the transition to sixth form teaching. The post would equally suit an experienced Head of Department or a teacher looking for their first management role.
The Department
The Department is housed in specialist facilities in the Visual Arts Building. The team consists of seven other members of teaching staff who work in a collaborative style, contributing to central teaching resources. Students regularly progress onto university courses for Fine Art, Graphic Design, Fashion and Theatre Design, 3D Design, Digital Animation, Games Design, Architecture and Interior Design, Fine Art Conservation, Advertising and Packaging and Marketing and Branding, as well as apprenticeships.
Courses
The Department offers the following course:
A Level Graphics
The salary for this post is up to £53,636 per annum (pay award pending). The full-time teaching contract is 21 hours per week. Heads of Department receive two periods of remission (2 x 60 minutes) for their responsibility. New Heads of Department receive an additional two periods of remission during their first year as part of the College’s induction programme to provide them with extra support in their role.
Applying
Full details and an application form can be downloaded from our website (www.reigate.ac.uk/job-vacancies) or found in the
Supporting Documents
section of this page. Applicants are asked to complete and return the application form to the Personnel Department by email to jobs@reigate.ac.uk as soon as possible, but no later than
9.00am on Monday 20 January 2025. When completing their application, candidates are asked to indicate: Why you are applying for the post A breakdown of grades, retention and value-added data, preferably for the past three years for qualifications taught or for ECTs, evidence of an outstanding placement, particularly with regard to the standard of teaching and learning What, if any, curriculum management experience you have Particular strengths, experiences and interests that you would bring to this post Evidence of your ability to work as part of a team in a flexible and professional manner What you are able to bring to College life outside of your teaching commitment Which courses you have experience of delivering What percentage of full-time you are requesting Selection Process The selection process will take place on
Thursday 23 January 2025. Safeguarding Reigate College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. These posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on successful applicants including an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note that it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. The college will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates in accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
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Supporting Documents
section of this page. Applicants are asked to complete and return the application form to the Personnel Department by email to jobs@reigate.ac.uk as soon as possible, but no later than
9.00am on Monday 20 January 2025. When completing their application, candidates are asked to indicate: Why you are applying for the post A breakdown of grades, retention and value-added data, preferably for the past three years for qualifications taught or for ECTs, evidence of an outstanding placement, particularly with regard to the standard of teaching and learning What, if any, curriculum management experience you have Particular strengths, experiences and interests that you would bring to this post Evidence of your ability to work as part of a team in a flexible and professional manner What you are able to bring to College life outside of your teaching commitment Which courses you have experience of delivering What percentage of full-time you are requesting Selection Process The selection process will take place on
Thursday 23 January 2025. Safeguarding Reigate College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. These posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on successful applicants including an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note that it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. The college will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates in accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
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