Rated "Outstanding" in every area, by Ofsted, Woking College are proud to provide excellence in sixth form education.
"Staff feel proud to work at the College. They are exceptionally positive about the culture leaders have created. They describe leaders as visible, approachable and highly focussed on staff wellbeing. Leaders celebrate achievement frequently in staff forums which helps staff to feel recognised, highly valued and a member of the Woking College family."
The Role
Student applications are high and as such we have the capacity for a Trainee Teacher. We are looking for a committed, dynamic and enthusiastic trainee with a passion for English. This is an exciting time to join our rapidly expanding and successful Sixth Form College.
Candidates must hold a relevant subject degree, have a Level 2 qualification in both English Language and Mathematics (Grade 4/C minimum) and be committed to studying towards the PGCE qualification.
If you are a recent graduate, or are considering a career change, or perhaps you are already working in an education environment as a support member of staff and would like to take the next step and utilize your degree? Our students are unique individuals – we are looking for a trainee teacher who can support and guide students to further enhance their life changes during their time at College.
The role will be fixed-term for two years, the number of teaching hours will vary depending on the subject area, full-time hours will be made up as a Technician/Learning Support Assistant/Independent Learning Mentor or other appropriate role(s) which will support your personal and professional development. Part-time hours will be considered.
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 an exceptional candidate to join this friendly 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 Easter Revision conferences and targeted one-to-one interventions.
The Department has recently delivered talks on the adaptation of literary works, the nature of democracy and the value of the literary canon. These talks 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.
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:
* Laptop for all teaching 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: Tuesday 26 August 2025
Salary: £21,888 to £26,277 per annum, depending on number of teaching hours, and experience (pro rata for part-time).
PGCE: This role will be in conjunction with a Further Education & Skills Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (ProfGCE) course awarded by the University of Brighton. For September 2025 the PGCE sessions take place on Tuesdays from 5.30-8.30pm. The course is delivered via a blended approach of face to face sessions at Reigate College and virtual lessons on MS Teams. This provides opportunities to interact and engage with the lecturers and other students.
The College will pay for the full PGCE course fees, over the two years of the course.
Duration: This role is fixed-term for 2 years. There is no guarantee of a permanent role at the end of this period.
To Apply: Click the Apply Now button to visit the Staff Vacancy page on the College website: Woking College | Surrey | Staff Vacancies
Right to Work in the UK: Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK, the College is unable to sponsor work visas.
Closing date: 9am, Wednesday 23 April 2025
Interviews: to be held on Friday 2 May, Thursday 8 May or Friday 9 May 2025. Dates subject to change
For further information, to have an initial discussion, or to return a completed Application Form, please contact: Kirsty Crook, Personnel Officer: 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 2024 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.