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  • Music Circle

    Join our Music circle Club to explore, discuss, and enjoy the world of music together. All enthusiasts welcome! Music Circle Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Music Circle Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 7 - 11 Contact See EduLink for further details We are a friendly and diverse bunch of music lovers who have a listening club to share our passion with each other in many forms. We meet in L4 each Friday lunchtime from 1.20-1.45pm. We have weekly topics chosen by the leaders and members, special guests to share their love of music and give live performances, competitions and quizzes and even end of term karaoke and dance-offs! Nobody is obliged to join in with that sort of malarkey, but please bring an open mind and ears. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

  • History

    History Re-constructing the lives and stories of the past to understand the present Go Go Our History Curriculum intends to: Inspire pupils to become curious about the past and equip them to ask perceptive questions, think critically, evaluate arguments and develop perspective and judgement. Enable pupils to gain a coherent knowledge and understanding of Britain's past and that of the wider world. Help pupils to understand the complexity of people's lives, the process of change and the diversity of societies, as well as exploring their own identity and the challenges of their time. Why learn History? History helps us to understand humanity. By studying our shared human past, we can unlock the secrets of our very identities. Who you are within your individual and family history. Who you are in your city's history. Who you are within your nation's history. And who you are within humanity's history. As humans we are constantly looking back to see where we come from, and history gives us the tools to do that at the highest level. To understand why the world is as it is. To understand the issues we may face going forward. To understand what it means to be human. All by exploring what our ancestors have done in the past. EYFS | KS1 Content KS2 Content Year 7 & 8 Content Year 9 Content Year 10 & 11 Content Planned around half-termly topics, the curriculum provides pupils with the opportunity to learn subject-specific knowledge and understanding, explore links across subject areas and practise their writing. Each topic begins with an enrichment activity such as an educational visit or special event that captures the children’s interest and imagination and builds towards a showcase event such as an exhibition or assembly where c hildren’s learning can be shared and celebrated. Key stage 1 course content Pupils will develop an awareness of the past, using common words and phrases relating to the passing of time. They will know where the people and events they study fit within a chronological framework and identify similarities and differences between ways of life in different periods. They will use a wide vocabulary of everyday historical terms. They will be taught to ask and answer questions, choosing and using parts of stories and other sources to show that they know and understand key features of events. They will understand some of the ways in which we find out about the past and identify different ways in which it is represented. In planning to ensure the progression described above through teaching about the people, events and changes outlined below, teachers are often introducing pupils to historical periods that we will study more fully at key stages 2 and 3. Pupils will be taught about: Changes within living memory. Where appropriate, these should be used to reveal aspects of change in national life. Events beyond living memory that are significant nationally or globally (for example, the Great Fire of London, the first aeroplane flight or events commemorated through festivals or anniversaries). The lives of significant individuals in the past who have contributed to national and international achievements. Some should be used to compare aspects of life in different periods (e.g. Elizabeth I and Queen Victoria, Christopher Columbus and Neil Armstrong, William Caxton and Tim Berners-Lee, Pieter Bruegel the Elder and LS Lowry, Rosa Parks and Emily Davison, Mary Seacole and/or Florence Nightingale and Edith Cavell). Significant historical events, people and places in their own locality. Planned around half-termly topics, the curriculum provides pupils with the opportunity to learn subject-specific knowledge and understanding, explore links across subject areas and practise their writing. Each topic begins with an enrichment activity such as an educational visit or special event that captures the children’s interest and imagination and builds towards a showcase event such as an exhibition or assembly where c hildren’s learning can be shared and celebrated. Key stage 2 course content Pupils will continue to develop a chronologically secure knowledge and understanding of British, local and world history, establishing clear narratives within and across the periods they study. They will note connections, contrasts and trends over time and develop the appropriate use of historical terms. They will regularly address and sometimes devise historically valid questions about change, cause, similarity and difference, and significance. They will construct informed responses that involve thoughtful selection and organisation of relevant historical information. They will understand how our knowledge of the past is constructed from a range of sources. We will ensure the progression described above through teaching the British, local and world history outlined below, through combining an overview as well as in depth studies to help pupils understand both the long arc of development and the complexity of specific aspects of the content. Pupils will be taught about: Changes in Britain from the Stone Age to the Iron Age. The Roman Empire and its impact on Britain. Britain’s settlement by Anglo-Saxons and Scots. The Viking and Anglo-Saxon struggle for the Kingdom of England to the time of Edward the Confessor. A study of an aspect or theme in British history that extends pupils’ chronological knowledge beyond 1066. The achievements of the earliest civilizations – an overview of where and when the first civilizations appeared and a depth study of one of the following: Ancient Sumer; The Indus Valley; Ancient Egypt; The Shang Dynasty of Ancient China. Ancient Greece – a study of Greek life and achievements and their influence on the western world. A non-European society that provides contrasts with British history – one study chosen from: early Islamic civilization, including a study of Baghdad c. AD 900; Mayan civilization c. AD 900; Benin (West Africa) c. AD 900-1300. A local history theme. We have a big enquiry question, linked to the National Curriculum, to explore every topic we teach. These questions help pupils to understand that History is a construct that historians create to provide an understanding of the past. We then provide a range of evidence to enable pupils to formulate possible answers for themselves. In Year 7 our big theme is the global, connected world and where Britain fits into it alongside traditional British topics. In Year 8 our big themes are empire and revolution to show how the modern world was made and to show the scale and breadth of empire across the entire year Year 7 Course Content: Year 8 Course Content: Course Skills: We will look at the different disciplinary aspects of History: Sources – exploring and understanding the past through documents, letters, posters, newspapers and more. Interpretations – exploring and challenging historians and society's views of the past. Cause and Consequence – judging why events happen and the importance of their consequences. Significance – judging historical events importance to our lives today and their importance to the people who experienced them. Narrative – exploring the past and creating historical accounts like all good historians. Change and Continuity – how and have things changed or stayed the same and the experience of that by people in the past. Similarity and Difference – how people perceived different ideas or events and how they experienced them. Fieldwork: Many of the topics in History - and especially the trips organised to complement the curriculum - are designed to broaden pupils’ cultural experiences such as our Year 7 fieldwork to Portchester Castle in the Summer Term. Assessment: Assessments take place in lessons and focus on key knowledge and historical skills or concepts. Time is given to whole class feedback for pupils to act on the targets they have been given. The Year 9 curriculum allows pupils to build on their KS3 skills of being a historian within topics that allow for greater depth. Autumn Term: The Forging of the Modern World, 1871-1923 The Causes of the First World War. Life in the WWI Trenches. The Historiography of WWI generals. The End of WWI. The Russian Revolution. Spring Term: ‘To Hell and Back’: Europe’s Era of Self-Destruction, 1918-1939 Peace settlement of WWI. The Global "Roaring" Twenties. The Rise of Dictators. The Causes of WWII. Summer Term: Superpower Relations and Medicine Through Time The Early Cold War. Life in East Germany . Prehistoric, Roman, Saxon, Medieval, Early-Modern, Industrial, and Modern Medicine in Britian Through Time. Fieldwork: Pupils have the opportunity to go on residential fieldwork to Ypres, Belgium, visiting First World War graveyards, the Menin Gate, a trench system and several museums. Home Learning: Throughout the year pupils will be set regular Home Learning to reinforce the learning in the classroom. GCSE History pupils will be able to navigate two British, and two non-British topics, that encapsulate the creation of both modern Britain and the modern world. Pupils will be able to explore the big picture view of the past and appreciate the vast forces that shape humanity and our society around us. Year 10 course content: September-February: Migration, Empire and the People – an exploration of how Britain has been shaped by migration, broadened by empire, and how British identity has emerged over the past 1,300 years. February-July: Restoration England, 1660-1685 – a study of the reign of Charles II; party animal? You decide. We explore the origins of the British parliamentary system, of cultural explosions in theatre, science and the arts, and a reflection of Britain’s role in expanding the world’s empires and atrocities like the slave trade. Year 11 course content: September-January: Germany, 1890-1945 – a hugely important topic for understand the roots of fascism and Nazism in Germany, the destruction of democracy, and humanity’s worst ever experiment into a totalitarian regime. January-April: Conflict & Tension, 1918-1939 – a study of Europe’s drive for peace around the world after the horrors of WWI, the defiance of the League of Nations to secure that peace but how dictators like Hitler undermined the search for peace in his pursuit of global war and domination. Fieldwork: In Year 10: Pupils will be taken on a Migration & Empire walk around Winchester exploring local links to global history. In Year 11: Pupils have the chance to go to Berlin, Germany. To explore the history of a great European city and revise our History GCSE by immersing in the culture. From WWI to Checkpoint Charlie, Berlin offers a microcosm of 20th century history in one city. Assessment: Over the syllabus there will be regular assessments to test acquired skills. Ten minutes knowledge tests and GCSE style practice questions. The History GCSE has five components which are examined in two exams at the end of Year 11. Both exams are worth 50% of the course mark. Home Learning: Throughout the year pupils will be set regular Home Learning to reinforce the learning in the classroom. Exam board: AQA History (8145) Our Curriculum Curriculum Intent Options Careers Employers Curriculum Subjects Art | Fine Art Computing | Computer Science English Design Technology Drama Food Preparation & Nutrition French Geography German History Latin Maths Media Studies Music Personal Development Photography Physical Education Religious Education Science Sculpture Spanish The Wellbeing Curriculum

  • Table Tennis

    Join our school table tennis club to stay fit, sharpen your mind, make new friends, and compete in exciting tournaments. All skill levels welcome! Table Tennis Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Table Tennis Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 7 - 11 Contact See EduLink for further details Join the School Table Tennis Club! Are you looking for a fun and exciting way to stay active, make new friends, and improve your skills? Look no further! The School Table Tennis Club is the perfect place for you. Why Join? Stay Fit and Healthy : Table tennis is a fantastic way to keep fit, improve your reflexes, and enhance your hand-eye coordination. Boost Your Brainpower : This sport requires quick thinking and strategic planning, helping you sharpen your mind and improve concentration. Make New Friends : Meet fellow pupils who share your passion for table tennis. Enjoy friendly matches and build lasting friendships. Learn and Improve : Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, our club offers coaching and practice sessions to help you improve your game. Compete and Have Fun : Participate in school tournaments and events. Challenge yourself and experience the thrill of competition. Relieve Stress : Take a break from your studies and enjoy a fun, stress-relieving activity. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

  • Saints Football

    Saints football clubs are led by qualified outreach coaches that have an association with the Saints Football Club. Saints Football Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Saints Football Internal / External External Age Range Year 1 - 6 Contact coaching.southamptonfc.com Saints football clubs are led by qualified outreach coaches that have an association with the Saints Football Club. Our after-school clubs run from 3:30pm to 4:30pm, with sessions taking place on the following days: Monday – Year 1 Tuesday – Year 2 Thursday – Year 5&6 Friday – Year 3&4 If your child would like to take part, please book using the link below, which contains all available clubs. Please note that Summer term availability will not be visible until Thursday the 19th of March at 7:30pm: SFC Westgate ASC Registration Link Southampton FC Soccer Schools | Public Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

  • Basketball & Netball

    Join The Westgate School Basket Ball and Netball club! All skill levels welcome for fun, fitness, and friendly competition. Basketball & Netball Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Basketball & Netball Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 3 - 6 Contact Primary Reception Get ready to elevate your game and have a blast with our school basketball and netball clubs! Whether you’re aiming to improve your skills or just looking for some fun and fitness, our clubs offer something for everyone. Here’s why you should join: Skill Development Team Spirit Fitness and Fun Both clubs provide a supportive and encouraging environment where you can grow as an athlete and make lasting friendships. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of these exciting sports communities! Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

  • STEM Club

    STEM Club Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings STEM Club Internal / External Internal Age Range For all pupils Contact See Edulink for details STEM club runs as a series of longer projects investigating different aspects of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths. Previous topics have included Rocket Launchers and Astronomy. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

  • Governance

    The Westgate School's Board of Governors, dedicated to ensuring clarity of vision, educational performance, and financial oversight for the school. Governance Governance Board of Governors The Westgate School’s board of governors consists of fifteen members drawn from the school’s parents, colleagues and local community. The board has three core functions: Ensures clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction; Holds the Executive Headteacher to account for the educational performance of the school and its pupils, and the performance management of staff; Oversees the financial performance of the school and makes sure its money is well spent. Governors at The Westgate School are all members of either the Curriculum Committee , which monitors educational progress at all stages from nursery to KS4, learning environment and pastoral support system, or the Resources Committee , which is concerned with finance, staffing matters and facilities. Safeguarding is a constant priority and appears on every committee and Full Governing Body meeting agenda. As well as committee work, governors may have additional monitoring responsibility for aspects such as health and safety, SEND or safeguarding. Finally, governors are also linked with different aspects of strategic school functions and undertake regular monitoring visits. Chair and Vice Chair of Board of Governors and Committee Chairs Penelope Catchpole - Chair Responsibilities - Link Governor for SEND inc LAC, Primary Phase Penny has been a governor at The Westgate School since 2010, initially as a parent Governor and currently as a co-opted Governor. Her three children all attended the school and all have now graduated from university. Penny has lived all over the UK and settled in Winchester in 2001. She ran her own legal practice for 10 years and then spent nearly 6 years working in Children's Services at Hampshire County Council. Penny is a member of the Curriculum committee having been a past Chair. Christopher Sermon - Vice chair Responsibilities - Chair of Resources Committee, SFVS/FMSIS Auditing Chris has been a governor at The Westgate School since 2014, initially as a parent Governor and currently as a co-opted Governor; having previously served for eight years as parent governor at Western Primary School. He became Chair of the Resources Committee in 2018, and vice-Chair of Governors in 2021. Now retired, Chris is a Chartered Accountant specialising in financial regulation and customer protection. Born and brought up in Winchester, Chris trained initially in London (including a year at the Bank of England) moved to Hungary for five years, then worked throughout Central and Eastern Europe before settling down back in Winchester. He has two children, both of whom have now left the school and are currently studying at university. Claire Woodcock - Chair of the Curriculum Committee Claire has been a governor at The Westgate School since January 2024, as a parent governor, having previously served for seven years as a governor at Western Primary School, and as Chair of Governors for 3 years. Claire became Chair of the Curriculum Committee in July 2024. Born and brought up in Winchester, Claire left in 1990 to complete her university education in London. She has since worked and travelled all over the world as a Management Consultant. Most recently, Claire works with Hampshire County Council to improve and transform the journey of the child through social care. Claire has also spent 10 years of her career as a teacher of French and Spanish and head of KS4 in a south London secondary school. Claire has one daughter, currently enjoying The Westgate School and all it has to offer. Please contact the school office i f you would like to contact one of our Governors. Statutory Governors' details Governor Committee Membership Instrument of Government Variation Governors' Code of Conduct Policies approved by the Governing Body Declarations of Pecuniary Interests Governor Meeting Attendance Should you wish to look at the minutes of the FGB meetings, please make an appointment with the school. Home Our School Headteacher's Welcome Ofsted Safeguarding Statutory Information | SEND Policies Admissions Governance Pupil Premium | Catch-up Statement Exam Results Vacancies School News House System Calendar & Open Events Collaborative Working & Partnerships Contact

  • Senior Administrative Assistant - job share

    The Westgate School has a vacancy for a job share senior admin role Senior Administrative Assistant - job share Senior Administrative Assistant - job share Senior Administrative Assistant - job share Senior Administrative Assistant - job share Senior Administrative Assistant - job share Senior Administrative Assistant - job share Senior Administrative Assistant - job share Senior Administrative Assistant - job share Senior Administrative Assistant - job share Senior Administrative Assistant - job share Senior Administrative Assistant - job share Senior Administrative Assistant - job share Date Posted 27/4/26 Senior Administrative Assistant - job share Senior Administrative Assistant (Trip Co-Ordinator, Job Share) Permanent Job Share: 25 hours per week, term-time only (39 weeks) Flexible working pattern to be discussed at interview Actual annual salary £14,557- £15,169 EHCC Grade C (FTE £25,186 - £26,244) The Westgate School is a warm, vibrant and forward-thinking community where colleagues and pupils learn together. As an Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ school, we are proud of our culture of academic excellence. We are seeking to appoint a Senior Administrative Assistant to join our committed School Support team. Why join us? Working at The Westgate School means becoming part of a friendly, skilled and supportive team invested in your success. With 1,620 pupils across our two phases, we are lucky to have excellent teaching facilities, including science laboratories, computing suites, and a purpose-built art and sculpture block. We take pride in a lovely environment for teaching and learning. The Westgate School is the lead school for the Winchester Schools Training Alliance (WSTA), working with 21 other schools in the Winchester district to train the next generation of teachers. Support colleagues employed by The Westgate School wanting to go on to apply for the WSTA training programme will automatically be offered an interview providing the course requirements are met. What Ofsted says: “The Westgate School is a happy and vibrant community, where pupils are encouraged to aim for excellence” Ofsted, September 2022 “Outstanding” Ofsted, November 2023 “Staff are incredibly proud to work at this school” Ofsted 2024 Benefits of working at The Westgate School: · Full induction programme including training and mentoring to ensure your success in the role · Ongoing personal development in one of Hampshire’s top schools for progress and attainment · A friendly and welcoming school community · Automatic enrolment to a generous local government pension scheme · Benefits of local government sick pay · On-site parking and access to EV charging stations · Free use of health and fitness facilities · Preferential nursery places in the on-site nursery at a reduced price · Preferential admission to The Westgate School for colleagues' children (after 2 years of employment) What we’re looking for: The successful candidate will have responsibility for all aspects of administration and collection of payments for trips and activities across both the primary and secondary phase to include: · Liaison with trip leaders and the finance team to ensure compliant running of school trips in accordance with policy · Responsibility for the preparation of travel packs, (administration and medical) ensuring all necessary documentation is in place · Management of the day to day pupils DofE accreditation in liaison with DofE lead · Sending communications to parents as directed by trip leader, and respond to queries in accordance with office practice · Monitoring income, tracking parental payments and replies, and keeping relevant colleagues informed · Supporting administrative colleagues as required · Being a member of the School’s First Aid team Key skills and knowledge required: · The ability to organise a busy and varied workload to meet strict deadlines · The ability to work on own initiative · A high level of interpersonal and communication skills · To be confident in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and outlook with the ability to extract and manipulate data · Good attention to detail and consistency · Flexible and adaptable to the demands of the workload throughout the academic year · Familiarity with Tucasi would be an advantage but training will be given Safeguarding: The Westgate School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Pre-employment checks: All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks, which will include an online search to identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education recommendations. Child Protection Policy: You can find The Westgate School’s Child Protection Policy document on our policies webpage. Equal Opportunities: In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies. AI: We encourage applicants to avoid using AI for their application and if doing so, please state this in the application. Please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, and original. This is so that your application is authentically and credibly your own as it forms part of the basis upon which future employment may be decided. How to apply: Please send completed application forms to the HR team recruitment@westgate.hants.sch.uk Please note, only submissions on the Hampshire County Council application form will be accepted. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we may close the advert early, so we encourage early applications. Closing Date: Monday 11 May 2026 at 12 noon Interview Date: Friday 15 May 2026 Application form Role profile Candidate Information Pack Home Our School Headteacher's Welcome Ofsted Safeguarding Statutory Information | SEND Policies Admissions Governance Pupil Premium | Catch-up Statement Exam Results Vacancies School News House System Calendar & Open Events Collaborative Working & Partnerships Contact

  • Return to Learn Programme Manager

    The Westgate School has a vacancy for a Return to Learn Programme Manager Return to Learn Programme Manager Return to Learn Programme Manager Return to Learn Programme Manager Return to Learn Programme Manager Return to Learn Programme Manager Return to Learn Programme Manager Return to Learn Programme Manager Return to Learn Programme Manager Return to Learn Programme Manager Return to Learn Programme Manager Return to Learn Programme Manager Return to Learn Programme Manager Date Posted 08/05/2026 Return to Learn Programme Manager 40 hours per week term time with up to 5 days outside of term time (40 weeks per year) Monday to Friday, 8.00am – 4.30pm Permanent contract To start September 2026 EHCC Grade D FTE £27,780 - £30,564 Actual salary £26,348 - £28,989 The Westgate School is a warm, vibrant and forward-thinking community where colleagues and pupils learn together. As an Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ school, we are proud of our culture of academic excellence. We are seeking to recruit a Return to Learn Programme Manager to our fantastic school. Our vision for all pupils is to give them the skills and knowledge to become independent and successful, and able to contribute positively to wider society. We recognise that different pupils will experience different challenges, but our goal is always to support them in their pathway to independence. As part of an evidence based, time limited strategy the Return to Learn programme gives pupils the confidence to meet these challenges and recognise that they can access the education they deserve, alongside their peers. Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) is recognised as an expression of need, and responses need to be relational, personalised, and trauma‑informed. Through early identification, strong partnerships with families and professionals, we aim to rebuild confidence, promote emotional wellbeing, and ensure every pupil feels a valued member of the school community. Why join us? Working at The Westgate School means becoming part of a friendly, skilled and supportive team invested in your success. With 1,620 pupils across our two phases, we are lucky to have excellent teaching facilities, including science laboratories, computing suites, and a purpose-built art and sculpture block. We take pride in a lovely environment for teaching and learning. The Westgate School is the lead school for the Winchester Schools Training Alliance (WSTA), working with 21 other schools in the Winchester district to train the next generation of teachers. Support colleagues employed by The Westgate School wanting to go on to apply for the WSTA training programme will automatically be offered an interview providing the course requirements are met. What Ofsted says: “The Westgate School is a happy and vibrant community, where pupils are encouraged to aim for excellence” Ofsted, September 2022 “Outstanding” Ofsted, November 2023 “Staff are incredibly proud to work at this school” Ofsted 2024 Benefits of working at The Westgate School: · Full induction programme including training and mentoring to ensure your success in the role · Ongoing personal development in one of Hampshire’s top schools for progress and attainment · A friendly and welcoming school community · Automatic enrolment to a generous local government pension scheme · Benefits of local government sick pay · On-site parking and access to EV charging stations · Free use of health and fitness facilities · Preferential nursery places in the on-site nursery at a reduced price · Preferential admission to The Westgate School for colleagues' children (after 2 years of employment) What we’re looking for: We are seeking individuals who can build positive, trusting relationships with children, bring empathy, patience and enthusiasm to their work and: View the role as a vocation and profession, demonstrating high levels of commitment and resilience Hold the belief that every child deserves to feel as if they belong Are able to build trusting relationships with children who are either externalising or internalising their social emotional wellbeing needs Are able to demonstrate compassionate authority and stay calm under pressure, moving children from their comfort zone into the growth zone Are keen to participate in professional learning and qualifications Enjoy working with children, building positive relationships in a calm, empathetic way with a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in a teaching/learning/child support working environment Have experience of or an interest in working with neurodiverse children Have obtained Maths and English qualifications to GCSE Grade 4 or above, or their equivalent Hold a UK driving licence and have the use of a car for work including business class insurance Are determined for the highest possible levels of achievement and inclusion for every pupil Are cheerful, flexible and approachable, with a good sense of humour Show initiative within the role and have good time management skills Are a hard-working team player, able to work closely with teachers and other adults (including within the classroom) to ensure the best for all our pupils Have the patience, resourcefulness and resilience to support and inspire our children with their learning, helping to unlock their potential Have a good understanding of child development from 4-16 years Have excellent communication skills Are excited about the opportunity to work with individuals both inside and beyond the classroom Safeguarding: The Westgate School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Pre-employment checks: All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks, which will include an online search to identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education recommendations. Child Protection Policy: You can find The Westgate School’s Child Protection Policy document on our policies webpage. Equal Opportunities: In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies. AI: We encourage applicants to avoid using AI for their application and if doing so, please state this in the application. Please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, and original. This is so that your application is authentically and credibly your own as it forms part of the basis upon which future employment may be decided. How to apply: Please send completed application forms to the HR team recruitment@westgate.hants.sch.uk Please note, only submissions on the Hampshire County Council application form will be accepted. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we may close the advert early, so we encourage early applications. Closing date: noon Tuesday 19 th May 2026 Interview date: Wednesday 3 rd June 2026 Role profile Task list Candidate information pack Application form Home Our School Headteacher's Welcome Ofsted Safeguarding Statutory Information | SEND Policies Admissions Governance Pupil Premium | Catch-up Statement Exam Results Vacancies School News House System Calendar & Open Events Collaborative Working & Partnerships Contact

  • Secondary Cover Supervisor

    Vacancy to join The Westgate School as a Cover Supervisor in this outstanding school. Secondary Cover Supervisor Secondary Cover Supervisor Secondary Cover Supervisor Secondary Cover Supervisor Secondary Cover Supervisor Secondary Cover Supervisor Secondary Cover Supervisor Secondary Cover Supervisor Secondary Cover Supervisor Secondary Cover Supervisor Secondary Cover Supervisor Secondary Cover Supervisor Date Posted 21/04/2026 Secondary Cover Supervisor Permanent 37 hours per week 39 weeks per year Grade C FTE £25,186 - £26,244 Actual salary £21,544 - £22,449 The Westgate School is a warm, vibrant and forward-thinking community where colleagues and pupils learn together. As an Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ school, we are proud of our culture of academic excellence. We are looking for a confident, positive and committed Cover Supervisor who enjoys working with young people and wants to make a real difference. This is a fantastic opportunity if you: Are interested in pursuing a career in education. Want to gain school-based experience across a wide age range. Already have a teaching qualification but prefer a role without additional teacher responsibilities such as assessment and reporting. Enjoy supporting young people to achieve their very best. No teaching qualification is required; we welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, experiences and career journeys. Why join us? Working at The Westgate School means becoming part of a friendly, skilled and supportive team invested in your success. With 1,620 pupils across our two phases, we are lucky to have excellent teaching facilities, including science laboratories, computing suites, and a purpose-built art and sculpture block. We take pride in a lovely environment for teaching and learning. The Westgate School is the lead school for the Winchester Schools Training Alliance (WSTA), working with 21 other schools in the Winchester district to train the next generation of teachers. Support colleagues employed by The Westgate School wanting to go on to apply for the WSTA training programme will automatically be offered an interview providing the course requirements are met. What Ofsted says: “The Westgate School is a happy and vibrant community, where pupils are encouraged to aim for excellence” Ofsted, September 2022 “Outstanding” Ofsted, November 2023 “Staff are incredibly proud to work at this school” Ofsted 2024 Benefits of working at The Westgate School: · Full induction programme including training and mentoring to ensure your success in the role · Ongoing personal development in one of Hampshire’s top schools for progress and attainment · A friendly and welcoming school community · Automatic enrolment to a generous local government pension scheme · Benefits of local government sick pay · On-site parking and access to EV charging stations · Free use of health and fitness facilities · Preferential nursery places in the on-site nursery at a reduced price · Preferential admission to The Westgate School for colleagues' children (after 2 years of employment) What we’re looking for: We are seeking individuals who can build positive, trusting relationships with children and who bring empathy, patience and enthusiasm to their work. We’d love to hear from you if you can: · Communicate clearly and positively with pupils and adults · Build strong working relationships across the school · Encourage excellent behaviour and a positive environment for learning · Show initiative and manage your time effectively · Bring patience, imagination and enthusiasm to supporting pupils · Work well both independently and as part of a team · Uphold our school values and help every pupil succeed You will need Maths and English at GCSE Grade 4 (C) or equivalent. The role will predominantly be in the secondary phase although you may on occasion be required to cover lessons in the primary phase. Safeguarding: The Westgate School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Pre-employment checks: All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks, which will include an online search to identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education recommendations. Child Protection Policy: You can find The Westgate School’s Child Protection Policy document on our policies webpage. Equal Opportunities: In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies. AI: We encourage applicants to avoid using AI for their application and if doing so, please state this in the application. Please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, and original. This is so that your application is authentically and credibly your own as it forms part of the basis upon which future employment may be decided. How to apply: Please send completed application forms to the HR team recruitment@westgate.hants.sch.uk Please note, only submissions on the Hampshire County Council application form will be accepted. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we may close the advert early, so we encourage early applications. Closing Date: Sunday 10 May 2026 Interview Date: TBC Application form Role profile Information pack Home Our School Headteacher's Welcome Ofsted Safeguarding Statutory Information | SEND Policies Admissions Governance Pupil Premium | Catch-up Statement Exam Results Vacancies School News House System Calendar & Open Events Collaborative Working & Partnerships Contact

  • Geography Teacher

    Teacher of geography wanted for The Westgate School Geography Teacher Geography Teacher Geography Teacher Geography Teacher Geography Teacher Geography Teacher Geography Teacher Geography Teacher Geography Teacher Geography Teacher Geography Teacher Geography Teacher Date Posted 27/04/2026 Geography Teacher Permanent Full time MPR/UPR ECTs are welcome to apply To ideally start from September 2026 The Westgate School is a warm, vibrant and forward-thinking community where colleagues and pupils learn together. As an Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ school, we are proud of our culture of academic excellence. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated professional to join our very successful Humanities Faculty. We are particularly proud of the progress our pupils make and are looking for an exceptional practitioner to join our school. A successful candidate will be a team player and passionate about the teaching of geography. Why join us? Working at The Westgate School means becoming part of a friendly, skilled and supportive team invested in your success. With 1,620 pupils across our two phases, we are lucky to have excellent teaching facilities. We take pride in a lovely environment for teaching and learning and enjoy our location in the centre of Winchester. What Ofsted says: “The Westgate School is a happy and vibrant community, where pupils are encouraged to aim for excellence” Ofsted, September 2022 “Outstanding” Ofsted, November 2023 “Staff are incredibly proud to work at this school” Ofsted 2024 Benefits of working at The Westgate School: · Full induction programme including professional learning and mentoring to ensure your success in the role · Ongoing personal development in one of Hampshire’s top schools for progress and attainment · A friendly and welcoming school community · Automatic enrolment to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme · Benefits of local government sick pay · On-site parking and access to EV charging stations · Free use of health and fitness facilities · Preferential nursery places in the on-site nursery at a reduced price · Preferential admission to The Westgate School for colleagues' children (after 2 years of employment) What we’re looking for: We are seeking individuals who can build positive, trusting relationships with children and who bring empathy, patience and enthusiasm to their work. · To be passionate about enabling all pupils to make good progress in geography · To be able to support the subject leader in implementing significant changes to the GCSE curriculum and assessment · To develop new initiatives and pedagogies which will continue to improve the teaching and learning in geography · To support colleagues by developing a culture of learning from each other and sharing good practice · To promote geography by celebrating pupils’ success and organising enrichment activities · To support the wider Humanities Faculty which may include teaching of another humanity subject. Safeguarding: The Westgate School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Pre-employment checks: All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks, which will include an online search to identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education recommendations. Child Protection Policy: You can find The Westgate School’s Child Protection Policy document on our policies webpage. Equal Opportunities: In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies. AI: We encourage applicants to avoid using AI for their application and if doing so, please state this in the application. Please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, and original. This is so that your application is authentically and credibly your own as it forms part of the basis upon which future employment may be decided. How to apply: Please send completed application forms to the HR team recruitment@westgate.hants.sch.uk Please note, only submissions on the Hampshire County Council application form will be accepted. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we may close the advert early, so we encourage early applications. Closing Date: 12 noon, Tuesday 5 th May 2026 Interview Date: Thursday 7 th May 2026 Application form Role profile Candidate information pack Home Our School Headteacher's Welcome Ofsted Safeguarding Statutory Information | SEND Policies Admissions Governance Pupil Premium | Catch-up Statement Exam Results Vacancies School News House System Calendar & Open Events Collaborative Working & Partnerships Contact

  • Teaching Assistant (Literacy focus)

    Join The Westgate School as a Teaching Assistant with a special focus on literacy Teaching Assistant (Literacy focus) Teaching Assistant (Literacy focus) Teaching Assistant (Literacy focus) Teaching Assistant (Literacy focus) Teaching Assistant (Literacy focus) Teaching Assistant (Literacy focus) Teaching Assistant (Literacy focus) Teaching Assistant (Literacy focus) Teaching Assistant (Literacy focus) Teaching Assistant (Literacy focus) Teaching Assistant (Literacy focus) Teaching Assistant (Literacy focus) Date Posted 22/04/2026 Teaching Assistant (Literacy focus) Permanent 34 hours and 10 minutes per week 39 weeks per year Grade C FTE £25,186 - £26,244 Actual salary £19,885 - £20,720 The Westgate School is a warm, vibrant and forward-thinking community where colleagues and pupils learn together. As an Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ school, we are proud of our culture of academic excellence. We are seeking to recruit a Teaching Assistant to join our enthusiastic and committed support team in the Secondary Phase of our all-through school. Initially in year one of the role, the successful candidate will deliver the school’s new Thinking Reading programme, working 1:1 with pupils as part of the wider whole-school literacy strategy. The role may also include working with small groups and whole classes. The role will suit someone who has experience working with children and supporting them to become independent learners. It would suit someone with a particular interested in working with children who are neurodiverse. Why join us? Working at The Westgate School means becoming part of a friendly, skilled and supportive team invested in your success. With 1,620 pupils across our two phases, we are lucky to have excellent teaching facilities, including science laboratories, computing suites, and a purpose-built art and sculpture block. We take pride in a lovely environment for teaching and learning. The Westgate School is the lead school for the Winchester Schools Training Alliance (WSTA), working with 21 other schools in the Winchester district to train the next generation of teachers. Support colleagues employed by The Westgate School wanting to go on to apply for the WSTA training programme will automatically be offered an interview providing the course requirements are met. What Ofsted says: “The Westgate School is a happy and vibrant community, where pupils are encouraged to aim for excellence” Ofsted, September 2022 “Outstanding” Ofsted, November 2023 “Staff are incredibly proud to work at this school” Ofsted 2024 Benefits of working at The Westgate School: · Full induction programme including training and mentoring to ensure your success in the role · Ongoing personal development in one of Hampshire’s top schools for progress and attainment · A friendly and welcoming school community · Automatic enrolment to a generous local government pension scheme · Benefits of local government sick pay · On-site parking and access to EV charging stations · Free use of health and fitness facilities · Preferential nursery places in the on-site nursery at a reduced price · Preferential admission to The Westgate School for colleagues' children (after 2 years of employment) What we’re looking for: We are seeking individuals who can build positive, trusting relationships with children and who bring empathy, patience and enthusiasm to their work. Have experience working with children, building positive relationships in a calm, empathetic way Have a specific interest in developing children’s reading skills to enable them to flourish in society Have a specific interest in supporting children with ADHD, ASC and medical needs Have obtained Maths and English qualifications to GCSE Grade 4 or above, or their equivalent Proficiency in using the Microsoft office suite or willingness to learn Excellent attention to detail and ability to keep accurate records The ability to model high quality reading aloud and have good oracy skills Be committed to the highest possible levels of achievement for every pupil Be cheerful, flexible and approachable, with a good sense of humour Be able to demonstrate high levels of emotional resilience and stay calm under pressure in order to support vulnerable children Show initiative within the role and have excellent time management skills Be a hard-working team player, able to work closely with teachers and other adults within the classroom to ensure the best for all our pupils Have the patience and the resourcefulness to support and inspire our children with their learning, helping to unlock their potential Have a good understanding of child development Have excellent wider communication skills Be able to support children’s behaviour for learning and for their self-regulation Have a strong commitment to supporting all children and young people in learning to read, and reading to learn Be enthusiastic and committed to supporting children with specific needs both inside and outside the classroom Be keen to participate in professional learning and qualifications What we can offer: · The chance to be part of a highly skilled and friendly team and work in all key phases in the all-through school · The chance to develop your own specialism within the Learning Support Team · Opportunities to teach small groups of pupils · Opportunities for training related to special educational needs including autism and ABA · Where there are suitable courses, we are happy to support in apprenticeship training Safeguarding: The Westgate School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Pre-employment checks: All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks, which will include an online search to identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education recommendations. Child Protection Policy: You can find The Westgate School’s Child Protection Policy document on our policies webpage. Equal Opportunities: In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies. AI: We encourage applicants to avoid using AI for their application and if doing so, please state this in the application. Please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, and original. This is so that your application is authentically and credibly your own as it forms part of the basis upon which future employment may be decided. How to apply: Please send completed application forms to the HR team recruitment@westgate.hants.sch.uk Please note, only submissions on the Hampshire County Council application form will be accepted. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we may close the advert early, so we encourage early applications. Closing Date: 12:00 noon Tuesday 5 th May 2026 Interview Date: Wednesday 13 th May 2026 Application form Role profile Candidate Information Pack Home Our School Headteacher's Welcome Ofsted Safeguarding Statutory Information | SEND Policies Admissions Governance Pupil Premium | Catch-up Statement Exam Results Vacancies School News House System Calendar & Open Events Collaborative Working & Partnerships Contact

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