Head Teacher Helen Key
Chailey is a thriving, successful school set in rural Sussex, just north of Lewes, and within easy reach of Brighton and Haywards Heath. We are proud of our traditional values and innovative approaches to Teaching and Learning.
Staff are friendly, dedicated and supportive; our students are happy and proud to be part of the school. We have a very low level of staff turnover because we are kind and supportive to each other. Chailey is a school where teachers and students can thrive. Of course, working in a school is demanding and all of our staff are hard-working and go above and beyond to support our young people.
Visitors to Chailey School often comment on the calm teaching environment and fantastic relationships between students and teachers.
We had our last Ofsted visit in January 2022 which we were very pleased with.
The Ofsted report contained comments such as:
We believe that this is a very strong foundation from which to aspire to excellence in everything we do.
Current Vacancies
Exams Officer
Closing Date for applications: midday 19th June 2023
Single Status Grade 7 Points 18-19
(FTE £24,614-£25,271) Actual Salary £15,915-£16,339 Term Time Only (pay award pending)
Hours Required: *27 hours per week (46.20 weeks per year)
*The actual working hours will vary according to the GCSE examination timetable and internal school calendar. This means that it is possible for the successful candidate to take time off in term time but you must be willing to work longer weeks when exams are in operation.
We are looking to recruit an Exams Officer to lead out internal and external examinations across the school. This is an important role in the school and you will be able to make a real difference to our students. You will work under the direct line management of an experienced Deputy Head Teacher. Our current Exams Officer is more than willing to spend time with our new Exams Officer to help with training.
Main purpose of the role
To lead the effective organisation of all internal and external examinations in accordance with the regulations laid down by the awarding bodies.
To ensure the highest levels of organisational support for each student in both external and internal examinations through the submission of accurate information for all examinations.
To comply with the Examining Awarding Bodies’ regulations.
Further details are set out in the application pack on our website (www.chaileyschool.org) or please contact Serena Rodd (PA to the Head Teacher) srodd@chaileyschool.org We would be very pleased to show any potential candidates around the school and to discuss the position further. Please contact us to arrange a suitable time.
Senior Science Technician
Closing Date for applications: applications processed on receipt
Single Status Grade 7 Points 18-19
(FTE £24,614-£25,271) Actual Salary £21,714-£22,294 Term Time only plus 1 week
Hours Required: 37 hours per week
We are seeking to appoint a Senior Science Technician to support the Science Faculty for 37 hours per week, hours to be discussed. The Science Department at Chailey School is very successful and you will be joining a friendly and supportive team of colleagues.
Main purpose of the role
To co-ordinate the use of practical resources and facilities, and provide assistance and advice in meeting the practical needs of the science curriculum, including liaising with teaching staff, and support staff outside the department
Further details are set out in the application pack on our website (www.chaileyschool.org) or please contact Serena Rodd (PA to the Head Teacher) srodd@chaileyschool.org We would be very pleased to show any potential candidates around the school and to discuss the position further. Please contact us to arrange a suitable time.
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 Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) clearance for this authority.
Head Teacher Helen Key