Job Overview
We are looking to appoint an inspiring and enthusiastic member of staff to teach up to A Level in the English Department. We are looking for a candidate who can teach a combination of A Level English Literature, A Level English Language and/or A Level English Language & Literature, with all members of the department also delivering Level 2 English classes. We are looking for a full-time member of staff or part-time (4 days) with dynamism and passion for their subject. With a friendly, supportive team, and exceptional College facilities, this is an exciting time to join our growing College.
The Role
Applications from ECTs and Teachers in Schools and Sixth Form College sectors are welcome. A full mentoring programme is arranged to introduce all new staff to sixth form college systems and procedures and to support and encourage professional development. We are looking for exceptional candidates to join the team and inspire our students. We expect high performance from all our staff and candidates should demonstrate their ability and suitability to both the role and the culture of the College.
The Department
The English Department is a dynamic and highly successful area of the College. Student recruitment numbers and the subjects offered have grown rapidly over the last few years and the department boasts consistently outstanding results. The department recognises the importance of offering a broad and engaging curriculum for its students and hosts a range of enrichment activities, such as: trips to theatres and museums; student conferences; visiting performance poets and writers; talks from local university lecturers; alongside both internal and external creative writing competitions. Our students place a high value on the support they receive through lunchtime support workshops, the Revision conferences and targeted one-to-one interventions.
The Department Offers The Following Specifications
* A Level English Literature – Edexcel
* A Level English Language & Literature – OCR
* A Level English Language – OCR
* A Level Classical Civilisation - OCR
* GCSE English Language – AQA
* Functional Skills English – Edexcel
As part of the Woking Way programme, the College offers the opportunity for wider learning through the short courses programme and lunchtime lectures. The Department has recently delivered talks on the adaptation of literary works, the nature of democracy and the value of the literary canon. These programmes provide an opportunity for students to expand their learning above and beyond the academic timetable, which in turn help with both their own personal development, as well as with UCAS applications. The Department works collaboratively and shares outstanding resources, activities and pedagogical approaches both within the department and outside.
All teaching staff are provided with a laptop and the department, with 6 members of staff, has its own dedicated staff office/workroom.
Why work with us?
Woking College has a strong sense of community in which everyone is valued; we look forward to welcoming new members of staff to join our team.
In Addition To Staff Development, Sharing Best Practice Sessions, And Regular Support, The Following Is Short Selection Of What The College Offers To Staff
* Free on-site parking
* Staff room with free hot drinks available to all staff, Friday cakes
* Onsite canteen with a range of healthy options to purchase, and a Costa coffee shop
* Regular staff social events: bowling, staff quiz, summer BBQ, weekend walks/cycling, Christmas lunch, Christmas party
* College gym available for staff use, yoga classes, staff football (new 3G pitch), run club
* Staff clubs/support groups: book club, menopause group, group for Parents/carers of children with mental health concerns
* Access to prayer/multi faith room
College Website
We recommend applicants visit the College's website: Woking College | Surrey | Welcome to Woking College to find out more about our friendly community and why we are Outstanding.
Application Information
Start Date: Monday 5 January 2026
Salary: £33,467 to £51,014 per annum, depending on experience (including fringe allowance). Figures subject to change in line with future nationally-agreed pay increases
To Apply: Please download the Application Pack and click the Apply Now button to access the Application Form via the College website.
CVs will not be accepted on their own. Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.
Please ensure education and employment history are completed in full, gaps in employment must be accounted for under the section entitled “Periods when not working”. We would like to see your passion for the role and the College in your supporting statement, please use this opportunity to include personal skills, experience relevant to the post, and reasons why you feel you would be successful if this post.
Closing date: 9am, Tuesday 7 October 2025
Interviews: to be held on Tuesday 14 and/or Wednesday 15 October 2025
Completed applications, or any queries regarding the role or your application, should be sent via email to Kirsty Crook: recruitment@woking.ac.uk
Important Information
* The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and successful applicants will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks. The College is committed to equal opportunities.
* The College encourages all candidates to be familiar with Section 1 of the DfE paper on “Keeping Children Safe in Education” September 2025 and the College's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. These documents can be found on the College's Staff Vacancies page, and Policies page.
* In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) the College asks candidates to consider Woking College's Privacy Notice for Job Applicants, which can be found on the Staff Vacancies page of the College’s website.
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