Joining Our Team Joining Our Team Joining Our Team Joining Our Team Joining Our Team Joining Our Team Joining Our Team Joining Our Team Joining Our Team Joining Our Team Joining Our Team Joining Our Team Date Posted 2024-12-19T00:00 Joining Our Team Why Work at The Westgate School? “Employees are incredibly proud to work at this school” (Ofsted, 2023) Working in any place where one is not aligned with the culture is a miserable experience, so we are transparent with all colleagues about what it means to join our team. We believe that the success of our pupils is intrinsically linked to that of adults in our school: everybody matters. We pride ourselves on our collegiate team culture in which ideas are shared unselfishly, problems acknowledged without fear and everything we do is in the spirit of professional generosity. Regardless of job title, every colleague is entitled to be treated with kindness and respect. The Westgate Team: Learning Together – Achieving Excellence “The Westgate School is a happy and vibrant community” (Ofsted, 2022) "I am very proud to work at such a fantastic school where all teachers strive for the best for the pupils" (Staff survey, 2021) Benefits of working at The Westgate School We will provide you with: · The opportunity for role specific, professional development in one of Hampshire’s top schools for progress and attainment; · The support of experienced and highly motivated colleagues across all Key Stages (EYFS to KS4); · Preferential nursery places at Rotherly Day Nursery (on-site) at a reduced price; · Free on-site parking; · Access to Schools Mutual Well-being support lines and app, including physiotherapy, counselling, GP service and menopause support; · Free use of on-site health and fitness facilities; · Preferential admission to The Westgate School for colleagues' children after two years of employment; · (For support colleagues) Automatic enrolment in Local Government Pension Scheme (opt-out is available). The Westgate School is located in an easily accessible area of Winchester, close to the railway station. View our contact page for more information on how to contact/find us. Westgate Well-Being Charter As a school, we have invested in developing a Well-Being Charter for colleagues. This includes our commitment to having a strong dialogue about work-life balance, removing unnecessary workload, provision of good resources, equipment and working environment for all. At the heart of our community is a culture of partnership decision making, professional learning and collective responsibility. This Well-Being Charter is complimented by our membership of Schools Mutual Well-being support which provides a range of support services to all colleagues, including physiotherapy, counselling and menopause support. We hope that you will apply to join us in the near future. If you would like to know more information, please see our website or contact recruitment@westgate.hants.sch.uk . Home Our School Headteacher's Welcome Ofsted Safeguarding Statutory Information | SEND Policies Admissions Governance Pupil Premium | Catch-up Statement Vacancies School News Calendar & Open Events Contact

The calendar and open events page of The Westgate School provides details about upcoming key dates, school events, and open days for prospective pupils and parents. This information helps visitors stay informed about important activities, deadlines, and opportunities to explore the school. For more details, visit The Westgate School's Calendar and Open Events page. Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Achieving Excellence Learning Together Calendar & Open Events Calendar & Open Events Term Dates / Inset Days - Academic Year 2025-26 AUTUMN TERM - 03/09/25 ~ 19/12/25 Inset Day - 03/09/25 Half-Term - 25/10/25 ~ 02/11/25 Inset Day - 28/11/25 Inset Day - 01/12/25 SPRING TERM - 05/01/26 ~ 27/03/26 Half-Term - 14/02/26 ~ 22/02/26 Inset Day - 27/03/26 SUMMER TERM - 13/04/26 ~ 22/07/26 Half-Term - 23/05/26 - 31/05/26 Inset Day - 19/06/26 Open Events The best way to experience our school is to see it in action. We hold regular open events for prospective pupils and parents/carers to attend. Booking for secondary phase events will open nearer the time so please make a note in your diary. We regret that we're unable to offer tours of the school outside of the open events. Primary Phase Open Event Dates: Open Mornings run on Wednesday 14th October 2026 and Thursday 22nd October 2026. No booking required Please arrive for 9am talk and the tour will follow. Refreshments will be available. Secondary Phase Open Event Dates: Wednesday 24th June, 2026, 9-11am Wednesday 16th September 2026, 9-11am Thursday 17th September 2026, 5-7pm Thursday 1st October 2026, 9-11am Wednesday 23rd June 2027, 9-11am Booking will open closer to the time of the event. Parking details for all events Parking Information for All Events As we welcome you to the school, please be aware that on-site parking is limited. We kindly ask you to consider alternative methods of travel where possible. We strongly encourage the use of the available parking spaces along Chilbolton Avenue (please refer to the map below). Please note that parking directly outside the school on Cheriton Road is very limited. While there are some spaces available on Cheriton Road , they are fewer than those on Chilbolton Avenue. We understand that there is up to 2 hours of free parking in these areas, but we advise checking local signage for confirmation. For visitors with accessibility needs, a small number of Blue Badge bays are available in the main reception car park 5 minute Park & Stride Route & Drop off/ Pick up zone. Train To Teach Events: The Winchester Schools Training Alliance provides high quality teacher training through a partnership of good and outstanding primary and secondary schools in the Winchester area. We arrange open mornings for prospective trainees across our alliance schools. For booking information see Winchester Schools Training Alliance website Home Our School Headteacher's Welcome Ofsted Safeguarding Statutory Information | SEND Policies Admissions Governance Pupil Premium | Catch-up Statement Vacancies School News Calendar & Open Events Contact

The Jazz Band is open to intermediate to advanced Saxophones, Trumpets/Cornets, Trombone players and Kit Drummers. Jazz Ensemble Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Jazz Ensemble Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 7 - 11 Contact See EduLink for further details The Jazz Band is open to intermediate to advanced players of Saxophones, Trumpets/Cornets, Trombones and Kit Drums.  The ensemble will develop instrumental skills and encourage general musicianship skills through-out the year, as well as develop a good social network of like-minded musicians. Musicians will have the opportunity play a variety of music from 'Cool Dude' learning about the Blues scale, traditional Jazz, such as 'All of Me', to Big Band features, such as 'American Patrol', through to more contemporary music, such as 'Moondance' or 'Blues Brothers'. The Jazz Band will participate in events such as school concerts, celebrations, ‘Go West’ Festival, and wider community events. The ensemble will be ideally suited to musicians interested in Jazz , Big Band, Dance Band and Pop music. Pupil music leaders will be supporting music teachers running this ensemble. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

Review The Westgate School's latest exam results, showcasing our students' academic achievements and commitment to excellence. Exam Results Exam Results 40% of all our grades were Grade 7 or above. 86.5% of pupils achieved Grade 4 or above in English and Mathematics. 25% of all grades were Grade 8 or 9; 11% of all grades were Grade 9 "Pupils at The Westgate School have achieved academic excellence once again with results outperforming or consistent with last year's exceptional results. This consistently exceptional performance over a number of years is a result of colleagues' expertise and dedication in providing an outstanding quality of education along with strong pupil and parent partnership in this outstanding school. We're absolutely delighted that our pupils have continued to demonstrate academic excellence once again: 40% of all grades were Grade 7 or above; 25% of grades were Grade 8 or 9, and 11% of all grades were Grade 9. We're especially proud given that the pandemic started when this cohort was in Year 7. We wish this cohort every success for the future". Secondary Phase GCSE Exam Results Information Exam Results published by DfE Primary Phase Key Stage 2 Results Information KS2 SATs Explanation Performance Tables Compare the performance of our school against all schools within England Home Our School Headteacher's Welcome Ofsted Safeguarding Statutory Information | SEND Policies Admissions Governance Pupil Premium | Catch-up Statement Vacancies School News Calendar & Open Events Contact

Discover versatile facility hire options at our school, perfect for events, sports, and meetings. Modern amenities and flexible scheduling to suit your needs Community Lettings Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Community Lettings Internal / External External Age Range NA Contact schoolhire.co.uk/winchester/the-westgate-school To hire our facilities at The Westgate School: Visit our external lettings page for more information Community EV Charging at The Westgate School. The Westgate School is pleased to offer our local community access to our two electric vehicle (EV) charging points. Available Times for Local Residents: Weekdays: 16:30 – 07:45 Weekends: Available all day If you would like to make use of this facility, please let us know via our contact page: https://www.westgate.hants.sch.uk/our-school/contact Payment is simple and can be made directly through the Blink Charging UK system at the charging stations. Current Community who use the School facilities: Brownies Brownies is for all girls aged seven to ten. Girls in Brownies have incredible experiences together, make brilliant friends and discover the world around them. Big Voices Academy Clubbercise Winchester Westgate School - bookwhen.com/sarahharmonfitness Kids Activity Camp In Winchester | Holiday Club In Winchester | Barracudas A new adventure for 4 ½ to 14 year olds at Winchester kids camp. Based at The Westgate School. This venue has outstanding facilities and features including: Theatre | Sports fields | Sports halls | Waterpark and aqua slide (summer only) | Archery range (minimum age 7 years) | Fencing | Motorsports (under 7's electric go karts) | Woodlands area barracudas.co.uk/camps/Winchester Dance Starz Find Little Kickers Classes and venues near you for pre school and junior football coaching. Find a football class to match your child's age and in your local area. There are no specific start and end dates, just sign up online and join in! The Florian School of Dance, Dance School Winchester Preschool to Adult Dance Class Timetable. Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Tap & Contemporary Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Tap & Contemporary Preschool to Adult Dance Class Timetable - Winchester Dance School. Integr8 Dance The South’s best provider of dance and specialists in street dance and cheerleading. We hope you can find everything you are looking for; however; please don’t hesitate to get in touch! We provide the best dance services to schools in the South. Platform School of Dance Performing Arts School in Winchester | Stagecoach Our students are given lots of opportunities to shine in class, theatre performances, and in our annual show. Students from Stagecoach Winchester have been involved in West End productions, professional musicals at the Mayflower Theatre in Southampton, Grange Park Opera and Film and Television roles. Saints Foundation | Soccer Schools Saints Foundation delivers Coaching Centre's for both boys and girls aged 5-13 years. The sessions are delivered by our experienced, FA qualified coaches and sessions will cover topics from the Saints Foundation Curriculum which includes; passing, receiving & turning, finishing, 4v4 SSG's and a tournament on the last week of the course. Sports Classes for Kids in Winchester & Hampshire | Sportskool Holiday Clubs Making the most of their down-time . When school’s out, SportSkool’s in - and running a holiday club near you! Throughout the week, your child could be taught a variety of top sports by qualified, DBS-checked and fully insured SportSkool coaches. Winchester Archery Club Dawn Breakers I am Mandy, the lead instructor here at Dawn Breakers Winchester. If you are wondering if this is a good idea, if you're wondering if this is suitable for you, if you’re wondering whether or not you are good enough, fit enough, strong enough to give this a go, the answer to all of the above is ABSOLUTELY YES and it would be my pleasure to help and support you the whole way through. Sports Skool Primary phase - Sport Skool holiday clubs. Sportskool.co.uk Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

Our Relax Kids club is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Relax Kids Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Relax Kids Internal / External Internal Age Range Year R - 4 Contact relaxwithjules@yahoo.com Our Relax Kids Club is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Whether you're seeking a quiet corner to read, a serene space for meditation, our club offers a welcoming environment for all. Join us and discover the art of relaxation. Tuesdays 3.20pm - 4.20pm Please apply via email before the end of summer term for Autumn start. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

School 'Vox' Choir Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings School 'Vox' Choir Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 7 - 11 Contact See EduLink for further details School Choir is exciting and brilliant to be a member of. It is open to all pupils with a keen interest in singing and is led by the most amazingly talented Singing and Piano teacher from Hampshire Music Service, Mr Andrew Hayman. He is also the Director of the County Youth Choir. The Choir will develop vocal technique and encourage general musicianship skills through-out the year, as well as develop a good social network of like-minded musicians. As well as some traditional repertoire the choir looks to explore all different choral genres, including musical theatre and contemporary songs in multiple parts. Singers will have the opportunity to take part in events such as school concerts, celebrations, ‘Go West’ Festival, and wider community events including this October performing at the Winchester University Graduation Ceremony at Winchester Cathedral and leading the singing in the School Carol Service in Winchester Cathedral in December. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

At FEEBA Football club, our main aim is to empower girls to have fun, make friends and play football. Feeba Football - Girls Football Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Feeba Football - Girls Football Internal / External External Age Range Year 1 - 6 Contact feebafootball.co.uk Feeba Football - Girls Football At FEEBA Football, our main aim is to empower girls to have fun, make friends and play football. To support us to reach our aims, we offer a range of opportunities for girls to get involved in football including: after school clubs, holiday camps, 1-1 sessions & excel sessions. All our sessions are delivered by passionate FA qualified coaches, which ensures a safe and skills based provision. At FEEBA we also like to include the voice of women and therefore encourage mothers, grandparents, aunties and friends to be a part of our football community. As we want to promote a culture of women & girls being a part of football for future generations! FEEBA FOOTBALL – By Women for Girls Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

Join Westgate's Samba Band to explore rhythm, teamwork, and fun. Samba Band Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Samba Band Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 7 - 11 Contact See EduLink for further details Samba Band is a musical ensemble that plays exciting, vibrant and energetic music, and is open to any pupil. All the players learn their parts aurally and will often use words to help them memorise the rhythms. These rhythms are layered on top of each other to create a polyrhythmic texture. The rhythm section of a Samba Band, consisting of Drums, is known as a bateria . Samba music is always performed with lots of percussion instruments, and each member of the ensemble has a specific role, often involving the layering of different rhythm s following a series of signals from the lead repinique player. The signals are often played on a whistle called the apito. The Samba Band performs at various events throughout the year, both in school, such as concerts, Open events, Induction evenings, PSA events, and ''Go West' Festival, to wider community events such as leading the Hat Fair in Winchester in the Summer, and performing on the high street. Pupil music leaders will be supporting music teachers in running this club. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

Join the Duke of Edinburgh award for meeting in gaining the Bronze award. Duke of Edinburgh Award Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Duke of Edinburgh Award Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 10 Contact See EduLink for further details Meetings linked to the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh award group. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

Devlop skills relevant to many different sporting activities. Join the Muilti-Skills club. Multi Skills Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Multi Skills Internal / External External Age Range Year 1 - 6 Contact jdsportscoaching@gmail.com This is organised by an outside provider JD Sports Coaching. Lead organiser - Mr Jon Mann. The club will introduce and develop core skills relevant to many different sporting activities. There is a cost for this club. Clubs are run on different days for age groups. Use the contact details provided for more details. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

Join The Westgate School Fitness Club! Promote a healthy lifestyle with fun activities, improve your fitness, and be part of a supportive community. Health & Fitness (morning) Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Health & Fitness (morning) Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 7 - 11 Contact See EduLink for further details Opportunity to start the week off with a blast and access the H&F studio before school on a Monday from 7.30-8.15 am. Please come in PE kit and change after the club. 30 pupil max capacity due to space. If you're unable to sign-up, due to high demand, we will be running a reserve list in the PE office for this club. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go