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 .