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School's Choice PGCE with QTS
Subjects offered: Biology (1 or 2), English, Business Studies, Art and Design, Maths
Age range: 14 to 19
Qualifications: QTS with PGCE
Study Pattern: Full Time
Closing Date (for starting in September 2025): 30th June 2025
Varndean College is a thriving and successful sixth form college with an excellent reputation for high outcomes, providing an inspirational student experience and adding value to all of our community. Based in the city of Brighton and Hove we transform lives through exceptional education. We are proud of our dynamic culture, inclusivity and reputation as trailblazers.
We currently have vacancies for applicants to be part of The Sixth Form PGCE and to train with us. This will involve the student teacher doing their first placement in a College (from the last week of September to February half term) and the second placement will be in a KS4 school setting, (February to June). The first three weeks, students will be offered an induction at the University of Sussex. Afterwards students will be spending four days in their placement and one day at the University. This course allows you to apply directly to your chosen College, and this means the College can select their own student teachers. As with the regular PGCE courses, you will be introduced gradually to teaching by your mentor who will help you to build up your teaching time over the course of the year as you grow in confidence and competence. The course is completed in June 2026 when student teachers following the programme will be recommended for QTS awarding. Student teachers completing the Sixth Form PGCE will be awarded 60 master’s level credits towards a part-time MA in Education, should you wish to do so.
To Apply:
This training pathway allows you to apply directly to us and a successful outcome will be determined by an interview with Sussex University and a second interview by a panel of two at Varndean College.
For more information about the courses please visit the Sussex University site – click on ‘Sussex University’.
Please apply via the DFE website – click on ‘Apply here’.
Course Tutor - Psychology
Contract: Fixed term up to 31st August 2026 (maternity cover)
Salary: Up to Pt 9 of SFCA Teaching Pay Spine – £49,725 per annum
Hours: 1.0 FTE (34 periods per week)
Closing date: Wednesday 30th April 2025
Varndean College is a thriving and successful sixth form college with an excellent reputation for high outcomes, providing an inspirational student experience and adding value to all of our community. Based in the city of Brighton and Hove we transform lives through exceptional education. We are proud of our dynamic culture, inclusivity and reputation as trailblazers.
We have extremely high standards for all our students and aim to develop their knowledge, skills and experience in a stimulating and varied learning environment. We look to exploit diverse strategies of teaching, learning, motivation and tracking so that all students are able to access the understanding and knowledge needed to prepare them effectively for examination and beyond.
The College is seeking to appoint an inspirational and successful subject specialist to teach Psychology. This temporary post has become available to cover a period of maternity leave. As a College, we are ambitious for our students, and we are looking for staff who can bring the right blend of flexibility, commitment, energy, and vision. Ability to contribute to vocational psychology and/or criminology an advantage.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced or newly qualified teacher to join a cohesive, positive team and make a significant contribution to the continuous improvement of this thriving and successful department.
The College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are required to have an enhanced DBS check. We value the diversity of our staff and students and we particularly welcome applicants from under-represented backgrounds.
We can offer:
- A supportive, communicative and consultative working environment.
- A commitment to the on-going professional development of our staff.
- The opportunity to join our Corporate Memberships to Freedom Leisure or the Brighton Gym, use of the College Fitness Suite and a Cycle to Work Scheme.
- A salary sacrifice Techscheme.
- The use of an Employee Assistance programme offering unlimited 24/7 support on a range of topics, issues and matters.
- Annual health screenings, flu shots and free eye tests, and free exercise/well-being classes.
- Access to Staff Welfare services on a referral basis.
- Free use of College Library resources.
- Regular staff social events throughout the year.
To Apply:
For further information please see the candidate information pack. Completed applications must be received by the closing date below. Please apply via our partner website, TES Jobs, by clicking on ‘Apply’. We cannot accept CVs unless accompanied by a completed application form.
Interview date: w/b 8th May 2025
Course Tutor - Sports
Contract: Fixed term up to 31st May 2026 (maternity cover)
Salary: Up to Pt 9 of SFCA Teaching Pay Spine – currently £49,725 pro rata per annum
Hours: 0.6 – 1.0 FTE (20-34 periods)
Closing date: Wednesday 30th April 2025
Varndean College is a thriving and successful sixth form college with an excellent reputation for high outcomes, providing an inspirational student experience and adding value to all of our community. Based in the city of Brighton and Hove we transform lives through exceptional education. We are proud of our dynamic culture, inclusivity and reputation as trailblazers.
We have extremely high standards for all our students and aim to develop their knowledge, skills and experience in a stimulating and varied learning environment. We look to exploit diverse strategies of teaching, learning, motivation and tracking so that all students are able to access the understanding and knowledge needed to prepare them effectively for examination and beyond.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and suitably qualified teacher of Sport. This temporary post has become available to cover a period of maternity leave. The Sports Department has approximately 150 students following a range of level 2 and level 3 sports courses including BTEC Sport, Sports Leadership & Fitness Instructing alongside a number of sports programmes and enrichment activities.
The successful candidate will have an appropriate teaching qualification and be qualified to degree level with associated vocational qualifications in sports coaching and/or fitness. Netball or football coaching experience is desirable but not essential. The person appointed will be committed to active and innovative teaching and learning, both inside and outside the classroom. As well as a passion to be part of a successful teaching environment which produces the best from students, they would be expected to teach across a range of sports courses including BTEC Sport, Sports Leadership, Fitness Instructing and Health & Nutrition.
The College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are required to have an enhanced DBS check. We value the diversity of our staff and students and we particularly welcome applicants from under-represented backgrounds.
We can offer:
- A supportive, communicative and consultative working environment.
- A commitment to the on-going professional development of our staff.
- The opportunity to join our Corporate Memberships to Freedom Leisure or the Brighton Gym, use of the College Fitness Suite and a Cycle to Work Scheme.
- A salary sacrifice Techscheme.
- The use of an Employee Assistance programme offering unlimited 24/7 support on a range of topics, issues and matters.
- Discounts on Adult Education Courses run by the College.
- Annual health screenings, flu shots and free eye tests, and free exercise/well-being classes.
- Access to Staff Welfare services on a referral basis.
- Free use of College Library resources.
- Regular staff social events throughout the year.
To Apply:
For further information please see the candidate information pack. Completed applications must be received by the closing date below. Please apply via our partner website, TES Jobs, by clicking on ‘Apply’. We cannot accept CVs unless accompanied by a completed application form.
Interview date: w/b 8th May 2025
Course Tutor - Maths
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Up to Pt 9 of SFCA Teaching Pay Spine – currently £49,725 pro rata per annum
Hours: 0.5 – 0.8 FTE (17 – 27 periods per week)
Closing date: Wednesday 30th April 2025
Varndean College is a thriving and successful sixth form college with an excellent reputation for high outcomes, providing an inspirational student experience and adding value to all of our community. Based in the city of Brighton and Hove we transform lives through exceptional education. We are proud of our dynamic culture, inclusivity and reputation as trailblazers.
We have extremely high standards for all our students and aim to develop their knowledge, skills and experience in a stimulating and varied learning environment. We look to exploit diverse strategies of teaching, learning, motivation and tracking so that all students are able to access the understanding and knowledge needed to prepare them effectively for examination and beyond.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and suitably qualified teacher of Maths. We are seeking someone who will be ambitious for our students and has a vision for the development of Mathematics in our curriculum. For the successful candidate, a commitment to raising standards and a passion for developing young adults is essential: this entails a commitment to all learners, to excellence for all, and a belief that a good College makes a significant difference to learners’ life chances, levels of attainment and the well-being of the community as a whole. This position would suit an experienced teacher as well as an ECT.
To be successful, you will have a relevant degree and a recognised teaching qualification. An A level specialist with the ability to contribute to the maths curriculum of the IB would be an advantage.
The College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are required to have an enhanced DBS check. We value the diversity of our staff and students and we particularly welcome applicants from under-represented backgrounds.
We can offer:
- A supportive, communicative and consultative working environment.
- A commitment to the on-going professional development of our staff.
- The opportunity to join our Corporate Memberships to Freedom Leisure or the Brighton Gym, use of the College Fitness Suite and a Cycle to Work Scheme.
- A salary sacrifice Techscheme.
- The use of an Employee Assistance programme offering unlimited 24/7 support on a range of topics, issues and matters.
- Discounts on Adult Education Courses run by the College.
- Annual health screenings, flu shots and free eye tests, and free exercise/well-being classes.
- Access to Staff Welfare services on a referral basis.
- Free use of College Library resources.
- Regular staff social events throughout the year.
To Apply:
For further information please see the candidate information pack. Completed applications must be received by the closing date below. Please apply via our partner website, TES Jobs, by clicking on ‘Apply’. We cannot accept CVs unless accompanied by a completed application form.
Interview date: w/b 8th May 2025
Course Tutor - Travel & Tourism (Programme Leader job share role available to suitable candidates)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Up to Pt 9 of SFCA Teaching Pay Spine – currently £49,725 pro rata per annum. (Pro rata Responsibility Allowance of up to £1199 for additional PL role)
Hours: 0.4 – 0.6 FTE (14 – 21 periods per week)
Closing date: Wednesday 30th April 2025
Varndean College is a thriving and successful sixth form college with an excellent reputation for high outcomes, providing an inspirational student experience and adding value to all of our community. Based in the city of Brighton and Hove we transform lives through exceptional education. We are proud of our dynamic culture, inclusivity and reputation as trailblazers.
We have extremely high standards for all our students and aim to develop their knowledge, skills and experience in a stimulating and varied learning environment. We look to exploit diverse strategies of teaching, learning, motivation and tracking so that all students are able to access the understanding and knowledge needed to prepare them effectively for examination and beyond.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, suitably qualified and innovative teacher to join a well-resourced and highly successful team. We are seeking a teacher with good knowledge of the travel industry alongside sound general teaching skills and experience. You will be joining a professional community of like-minded exceptional and reflective practitioners. The Travel & Tourism department currently delivers the BTEC Extended Certificate qualification to approximately 85 students.
To be successful, you will have a relevant degree and a recognised teaching qualification. The ability to contribute to A-level or vocational Business Studies would be an advantage. Applications from NQTs and experienced teachers from Sixth Form Colleges, FE Colleges and Schools are welcome.
The College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are required to have an enhanced DBS check. We value the diversity of our staff and students and we particularly welcome applicants from under-represented backgrounds.
We can offer:
- A supportive, communicative and consultative working environment.
- A commitment to the on-going professional development of our staff.
- The opportunity to join our Corporate Memberships to Freedom Leisure or the Brighton Gym, use of the College Fitness Suite and a Cycle to Work Scheme.
- A salary sacrifice Techscheme.
- The use of an Employee Assistance programme offering unlimited 24/7 support on a range of topics, issues and matters.
- Discounts on Adult Education Courses run by the College.
- Annual health screenings, flu shots and free eye tests, and free exercise/well-being classes.
- Access to Staff Welfare services on a referral basis.
- Free use of College Library resources.
- Regular staff social events throughout the year.
To Apply:
For further information please see the candidate information pack. Completed applications must be received by the closing date below. Please apply via our partner website, TES Jobs, by clicking on ‘Apply’. We cannot accept CVs unless accompanied by a completed application form.
Interview date: w/b 8th May 2025
Learning Support Assistant
Contract: Fixed term up to 30th June 2026 initially
Salary: Band 3, point 7 – £24,953 pro rata per annum
Hours: Part time/Full time – hours negotiable (term time only)
Closing date: Wednesday 30th April 2025
Varndean College is a thriving and successful sixth form college with an excellent reputation for high outcomes, providing an inspirational student experience and adding value to all of our community. Based in the city of Brighton and Hove we transform lives through exceptional education. We are proud of our dynamic culture, inclusivity and reputation as trailblazers.
We are looking for driven and enthusiastic staff to join our Additional Support Department as Learning Support Assistants on a fixed term basis initially. You will have excellent communication and listening skills, experience of working with or caring for young people in an educational setting and a clear understanding of the particular needs of students aged 16 – 19.
The College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are required to have an enhanced DBS check. We value the diversity of our staff and students and we particularly welcome applicants from under-represented backgrounds.
We can offer:
- A supportive, communicative and consultative working environment.
- A commitment to the on-going professional development of our staff.
- The opportunity to join our Corporate Memberships to Freedom Leisure or the Brighton Gym, use of the College Fitness Suite and a Cycle to Work Scheme.
- A salary sacrifice Techscheme.
- The use of an Employee Assistance programme offering unlimited 24/7 support on a range of topics, issues and matters.
- Discounts on Adult Education Courses run by the College.
- Annual health screenings, flu shots and free eye tests, and free exercise/well-being classes.
- Access to Staff Welfare services on a referral basis.
- Free use of College Library resources.
- Regular staff social events throughout the year.
To Apply:
For further information please see the candidate information pack. Completed applications must be received by the closing date below. Please apply via our partner website, TES Jobs, by clicking on ‘Apply’. We cannot accept CVs unless accompanied by a completed application form.
We are positive about disability! We are committed to the principles embedded within the disability confident scheme and welcome applications from anyone who has a disability.
We will interview all applicants who declare a disability and evidence in their application that they meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy.
If you would like further information about any of the positions available, please contact Human Resources:
Email: hr@varndean.ac.uk
Tel: 01273 546637
The college is committed to equality of opportunity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. All staff employed by Varndean College are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
We value diversity and welcome applications from applicants from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under represented at the College, including BAME and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process. We are also prepared to make our standard application forms available in other formats to help any disabled candidates to apply. Please email/call to request.
We are always looking for new talent. If you would like to join the College but can’t see any relevant vacancies to apply for, why not send us a copy of your CV. We would love to hear from you.