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About St Philomena's
St Philomena's School was first established in 1893 when the Daughters of the Cross opened a boarding school for Catholic girls called St Philomena’s. Until recent years, it was a convent school with the sisters practising their faith daily here at the school.
The Sisters entrusted the school to the care of the diocese so to continue to build upon their work by providing inspirational, educational opportunities and leadership for young women. This is underpinned by the strong Catholic ethos that permeates the whole school community.
The school is situated in twenty-five acres of beautiful parkland and in buildings which include a refurbished Queen Anne Mansion. Since its foundation, the school has given its students every opportunity to develop spiritually, intellectually and socially in the context of a Catholic community which is forward looking while maintaining all that is best of traditional values.
St Philomena's is a Voluntary Aided school with over 1400 students on roll, from 11 to 18 years of age. Past students have been highly successful in securing Higher Education at Oxbridge and Russell Group Universities and prestigious employment and apprenticeships. The school is part of the Sutton SCITT, an outstanding provider of Primary and Secondary Initial Teacher Training, and also part of the Avila partnership which is an NPQ provider. The school will soon be joing the Sancta Familia Catholic Academy Trust.
Click the image below to view a google earth tour of St Philomena's School campus.
All applications are considered.
Certain key posts within a Catholic school are reserved for practicing Catholics. These posts include Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, Head or Co-Ordinator of RE, Chaplain and Curriculum Leaders of Religious Education.
Thank you for your interest in working at St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls.
Please click the buttons below to view the current vacancies:
Teaching Vacancies
Head of Food Preparation and Nutrition
Head of Food Preparation and Nutrition
Full time or Part time - Days negotiable
Salary is commensurate with experience (Teachers Pay Scale) plus TLR 2.2
Required for September 2025
We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of Design Technology (DT) to work as a middle leader, as a subject leader of Food Preparation and Nutrition. The ideal candidate with have the vision, and gravitas to work with young people and contribute to general school life. This is an opportunity to excel in this challenging and rewarding role.
You should be:
Be able to teach Design Technology across the 11-18 age range,
Have specialisms in Food Preparation and Nutrition with an ability to also teach one other DT specialism.
Be an effective self-manager who can prioritise, is flexible and able to work under pressure.
Be passionate about Design Technology and committed to improving teaching and learning.
Have good interpersonal and presentational skills.
Be a strong communicator with the ability to influence and motivate others.
We offer:
A generous time allocation for planning, preparation and marking.
A strong commitment to your professional development and career management.
An opportunity to be part of a dynamic and creative team.
A supportive environment in which your talent and commitment will be encouraged, nurtured and rewarded.
A superb opportunity for an experienced practitioner to work in a flourishing department.
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a thriving school and make a major contribution to the schools continued success.
All staff are required to be supportive of the Ethos and Core Values of the school and we have a Chaplaincy team that can help support individuals within their roles.
Click the links for further details below and an application form is available at the bottom of this web page.
Teacher of Maths
Teacher of Maths
Full time or Part time - Days negotiable
Salary is commensurate with experience (Teachers Pay Scale)
Required for September 2025
Do you want to work in one of the Top 100 schools, equipping students for success in both further study and future employment? Whether you are an experienced teacher or ECT this is an opportunity to excel in this challenging and rewarding role.
We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of Maths to work with our students aged between 11-18 years old. The ideal candidate with have the vision, and gravitas to work with young people and contribute to general school life.
You should be:
Be well qualified and enthusiastic.
Be able to teach across the 11-18 age range.
Be passionate about Maths.
Be committed to improving teaching and learning.
Have good interpersonal and presentational skills.
Be forward thinking, inspirational, receptive to change and able to work under pressure.
We offer:
A generous time allocation for planning, preparation and marking.
A strong commitment to your professional development and career management.
An opportunity to be part of a dynamic and creative team.
A supportive environment in which your talent and commitment will be encouraged, nurtured and rewarded.
A superb opportunity for an experienced practitioner to work in a flourishing department.
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a thriving school and make a major contribution to the schools continued success.
All staff are required to be supportive of the Ethos and Core Values of the school and we have a Chaplaincy team that can help support individuals within their roles.
Click the links for further details below and an application form is available at the bottom of this web page.
Teacher of English
Teacher of English
Salary is commensurate with experience (Teachers Pay Scale)
Do you want to work in one of the Top 100 schools, equipping students for success in both further study and future employment? Whether you are an experienced teacher or ECT this is an opportunity to excel in this challenging and rewarding role.
We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of English to work with our students aged between 11-18 years old. The ideal candidate with have the vision, and gravitas to work with young people and contribute to general school life.
You should be:
Be well qualified and enthusiastic.
Be able to teach across the 11-18 age range.
Be passionate about English.
Be able to coordinate the EPQ qualification teaching and learning duties.
Be committed to improving teaching and learning.
Have good interpersonal and presentational skills.
Be forward thinking, inspirational, receptive to change and able to work under pressure.
We offer:
A generous time allocation for planning, preparation and marking.
A strong commitment to your professional development and career management.
An opportunity to be part of a dynamic and creative team.
A supportive environment in which your talent and commitment will be encouraged, nurtured and rewarded.
A superb opportunity for an experienced practitioner to work in a flourishing department.
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a thriving school and make a major contribution to the schools continued success.
All staff are required to be supportive of the Ethos and Core Values of the school and we have a Chaplaincy team that can help support individuals within their roles.
Click the links for further details below and an application form is available at the top of this web page.
Vocational Teacher: BTEC Health and Social Care
Vocational Teacher: BTEC Health and Social Care
Required for September 2025
We are seeking to appoint a vocational teacher with an ability to teach T-Level Health and BTEC Health and Social Care at Key Stages 4 to 5. The ideal candidate will be an experienced healthcare practitioner with a relevant level 6 qualification and ability to teach. This is an exciting opportunity to teach our vocational education programmes in Heath Science and Health and Social Care, helping to prepare the next generation of health and social care professionals.
You should:
Have occupational or vocationally related experience within the field of healthcare e.g. a nursing or healthcare practitioner, a lecturer in the Health Sector etc.
Be able to teach T-Level Health, as part of T-Level Health and Science studies).
An ability to teach BTEC Health and Social Care is advantageous,
Committed to improving teaching and learning.
Have good interpersonal and presentational skills.
Be forward thinking, inspirational, receptive to change and able to work under pressure.
We offer:
A generous time allocation for planning, preparation and marking.
A strong commitment to your professional development and career management.
An opportunity to be part of a dynamic and creative team.
A supportive environment in which your talent and commitment will be encouraged, nurtured and rewarded.
A superb opportunity for an experienced practitioner to work in a flourishing department.
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a thriving school and make a major contribution to the schools continued success.
All staff are required to be supportive of the Ethos and Core Values of the school and we have a Chaplaincy team that can help support individuals within their roles.
Click the links for further details below and an application form is available at the top of this web page.
Teacher of RE
Teacher of RE
Salary is commensurate with experience (Teachers Pay Scale)
(Required for September 2025)
We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of RE to work with our students aged between 11-18 years old. The ideal candidate with have the vision, and gravitas to work with young people and contribute to general school life.
You should be:
Be well qualified and enthusiastic.
Be able to teach Religious Education across the 11-18 age range.
Be passionate about RE.
Be committed to improving teaching and learning.
Have good interpersonal and presentational skills.
Be forward thinking, inspirational, receptive to change and able to work under pressure.
We offer:
A generous time allocation for planning, preparation and marking.
A strong commitment to your professional development and career management.
An opportunity to be part of a dynamic and creative team.
A supportive environment in which your talent and commitment will be encouraged, nurtured and rewarded.
A superb opportunity for an experienced practitioner to work in a flourishing department.
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a thriving school and make a major contribution to the schools continued success.
All staff are required to be supportive of the Ethos and Core Values of the school and we have a Chaplaincy team that can help support individuals within their roles.
Click the links for further details below and an application form is available at the top of this web page.
Teacher of PE
Teacher of PE
Salary is commensurate with experience, inclusive of OLW
Required for September to December 2025 (maternity cover)
We are seeking to appoint a full-time temporary Teacher of PE to work with our students aged between 11-18 years old. This position is to cover a period of maternity leave. The ideal candidate with have the vision, and gravitas to work with young people and contribute to general school life.
You should be:
Be well qualified and enthusiastic.
Be able to teach across the 11-18 age range.
Be passionate about Physical Education.
Be committed to improving teaching and learning.
Have good interpersonal and presentational skills.
Be forward thinking, inspirational, receptive to change and able to work under pressure.
We offer:
A generous time allocation for planning, preparation and marking.
A strong commitment to your professional development and career management.
An opportunity to be part of a dynamic and creative team.
A supportive environment in which your talent and commitment will be encouraged, nurtured and rewarded.
A superb opportunity for an experienced practitioner to work in a flourishing department.
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a thriving school and make a major contribution to the schools continued success.
All staff are required to be supportive of the Ethos and Core Values of the school and we have a Chaplaincy team that can help support individuals within their roles.
Click the links for further details below and an application form is available at the top of this web page.
Non Teaching Vacancies
Midday Supervisor
Midday Supervisor
Non-Teaching Position
Required for Immediate Start
6 hours and 40 minutes per week, term time only
Monday – Friday, 1pm – 2.20pm
Salary Scale 1C3, Point 4 : £14.19 per hour (approximately £4,345 gross per annum)
We are looking to appoint an energetic and enthusiastic Midday Supervisor to join our lunchtime team.
Midday Supervisors will supervise and guide the students during the lunch period, in a safe and welcoming environment. The successful candidates will have the health, safety and welfare of the students in mind at all times and the ability to engage professionally with staff and students alike.
Whilst promoting high standards of conduct and behaviour, you will also be required to facilitate the clearing and cleaning of the dining areas and outside eating areas.
We will accept applications from both experienced and new Midday Supervisors. To be considered you will have some prior experience working with children or young people and will have an understanding of correct safeguarding procedures.
If you are reliable, committed and have the experience to make a positive contribution towards the schools continued success, then we would like to hear from you.
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a thriving school and make a major contribution to the schools continued success.
All staff are required to be supportive of the Ethos and Core Values of the school and we have a Chaplaincy team that can help support individuals within their roles.
Click the links for further details below and an application form is available at the top of this web page.
Teaching Assistant/LSA
Teaching Assistant/LSA
Non-Teaching Position
September 2025 (an earlier start may be possible)
36 hours per week Monday – Friday
Term Time plus 2 weeks
Scale Sc3, Points 4-6: £24,801 – £25,510 gross per annum (£28,125 - £28,929 FTE)
Additional career development opportunities are also available.
We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work with some of our students who have learning needs. The students concerned may have learning difficulties due to medical needs or specific learning difficulties. They will need support in class and with activities to help them meet their full potential. They will need someone who can help to build their self- esteem and confidence as well as helping them to progress.
You should be:
Enthusiastic, resourceful and understanding, with a positive outlook. The ability to relate to young people is essential.
Able to deliver support programmes in 1:1 or small group situations.
Able to deliver and develop support strategies for students with specific needs.
Able to work in a team sharing good practices and developing resources and materials.
If shortlisted, candidates will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy test.
Candidates successful in this will be brought forward to interview.
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a thriving school and make a major contribution to the schools continued success. Working as a Teaching Assistant can amass a wealth of knowledge and experience that is beneficial to those wishing to pursue a career in teaching.
All staff are required to be supportive of the Ethos and Core Values of the school and we have a Chaplaincy team that can help support individuals within their roles.
Click the links for further details below and an application form is available at the top of this web page.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
September 2025
We are looking to recruit a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to provide support for students, teachers and the school in order to raise standards of achievement for all students (SEND, EAL, all underachieving groups).
Salary Scale 5, Points 12-17: £26,489 – £28,595 gross per annum (£30,333 - £32,421 FTE)
36 hours per week, Term time plus 2 weeks
Monday 8.00am – 4.30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 8.15am – 4.30pm
Friday 8.00am – 3.45pm
The ideal candidate will have experience working with children preferably in an education setting. This could be a great opportunity for someone who wants to consider a career in teaching or an enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant who would like to develop their skills.
You should:
Have excellent numeracy, literacy and IT skills.
Understand behaviour management strategies, being able to form and maintain appropriate professional relationships and boundaries with children and young people, as well as the ability to supervise students effectively.
Have worked in a school or similar environment.
Be an excellent communicator, enthusiastic, resourceful with a confident, positive and flexible attitude.
To be trained / willing to be trained to undertake any training related to the role.
All staff are required to be supportive of the Ethos and Core Values of the school and we have a Chaplaincy team that can help support individuals within their roles.
Click the links for further details below and an application form is available at the top of this web page.
Ad Hoc Cover Assistant
Ad Hoc Cover Assistant
Immediate Start
Monday – Friday, 8.30am – 3.30pm
Term Time Only
Salary Point: £13.56 per hour
We are looking to expand and add to our pool of Ad Hoc Cover Assistants. On a daily basis for cover requirements you will report to the Staff Cover Coordinator. The Ad Hoc Cover Assistant will be required to supervise whole classes during the short term absence of teaching staff.
You will have successful experience working with children and young people of relevant age in a learning environment, have an understanding of relevant policies, codes of practice, legislation, as well as being able to work and communicate well with children, young people and adults alike. As Ad Hoc Cover Assistants are only required as and when the need arises, you will be flexible in your approach to work and available to provide cover at short notice.
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an outstanding school and make a major contribution to the schools continued success.
All staff are required to be supportive of the Ethos and Core Values of the school and we have a Chaplaincy team that can help support individuals within their roles.
Click the links for further details below and an application form is available at the top of this web page.
Interviews: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. We reserve the right to close the position once a suitable applicant is appointed.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted
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Please also refer to our Equal Opportunities Form
Please note, CV's are not accepted for any of our positions. Please complete the relevant forms above as instructed.
Visits are warmly welcomed and highly recommended, should you have any questions or queries, please contact HR Officer on: recruitment@stphils.org.uk
If you wish to become a teacher, please click this link for our Teacher Training routes.
Thank you.
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